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Learn About Singleton-Merten Syndrome

What is the definition of Singleton-Merten Syndrome?
Singleton-Merten syndrome is a very rare disease that affect many organs. The main features are tooth abnormalities with gum infection; calcifications in the aorta artery and in certain valves of the heart (i.e., aortic and mitral valves); and progressive thinning and weakening of the bones (osteoporosis), especially in the upper and back portions of the skull. Other findings may include neurologic problems, generalized short stature, muscle weakness; poor muscle tone (hypotonia); progressive wasting of the muscles (muscle atrophy); heart arrhythmia, growth and developmental delay; skin problems such as psoriasis; malformation of the hips and/or feet and limbs or fingers, joint problems, tendon rupture, distinct facial features, and vision problems due to glaucoma. Severe systemic lupus erythematosus can also occur with Singleton-Merten syndrome. Singleton-Merten syndrome is caused by genetic changes in the IFIH1 gene, and in the DDX58 genes (which causes an atypical form of Singleton-Merten syndrome where there are no teeth problems). Inheritance is autosomal dominant, but it may also occur sporadically (in individuals with no history of the condition in their family). The genes causing Singeleton-Merten syndrome can activate type I interferon (IFN1) responses. Diseases related to INF1 are known as type I interferonopathies. Type I interferonopathies are a group of rheumatic diseases that are frequently severe. These diseases include Aicardi-Goutiè, res syndrome, familial chilblain lupus, spondyloenchondrodysplasia, the proteasome associated autoinflammatory syndromes, IFN-stimulated gene 15 (ISG15) deficiency, Singleton-Merten syndrome, and STING-associated vasculopathy with onset in infancy (SAVI).
What are the alternative names for Singleton-Merten Syndrome?
  • Singleton-Merten syndrome
  • Merten-Singleton syndrome
  • SM syndrome
  • Singleton-Merten dysplasia
  • Syndrome of widened medullary cavities of the metacarpals and phalanges, aortic calcification and abnormal dentition
  • Widened medullary cavities of bone, aortic calcification, abnormal dentition, and muscular weakness
Who are the top Singleton-Merten Syndrome Local Doctors?
Elite in Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Elite in Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Muenster, NW, DE 

Frank Rutsch practices in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Rutsch is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Singleton-Merten Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Calcification of Infancy, Singleton-Merten Syndrome, Achondroplasia, and Phenylketonuria (PKU).

Tracy D. Rupke
Experienced in Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
Experienced in Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Orthopedics | Sports Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

Summit Orthopedics

10230 Baltimore St NE, Main Desk, 
Blaine, MN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Tracy Rupke, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area patients. She has a special interest in sports medicine, orthopedic trauma, and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. She did a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Ottawa in Canada, and a foot and ankle surgery fellowship at the University of Washington, Seattle. “I am dedicated to providing the best care possible for my patients,” she says. “I love running and understand every patient’s desire to return to their own life and activities.” She provides medical coverage for the U.S. Waterski team and volunteered surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. Dr. Rupke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Singleton-Merten Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Hip Replacement.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Advanced in Singleton-Merten Syndrome

Loyola University Medical Center

2160 S 1st Ave, 
Maywood, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Felicity Fishman is a Hand Surgeon in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Fishman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Singleton-Merten Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Syndactyly Type 2, Syndactyly, Syndactyly Type 1, and Proximal Symphalangism. Dr. Fishman is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center