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Timely Treatment Restores Vision for Iranian Siblings

2/3/2025

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Two Iranian siblings suffering from craniotubular dysplasia, Ikegawa type, faced severe vision loss due to a novel variant in the TMEM53 gene. Radiographic evaluations confirmed the diagnosis, and following optic canal decompression, the proband experienced significant improvement, underscoring the importance of timely clinical and genetic assessments for better outcomes.

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Story summary

Two Iranian siblings suffering from craniotubular dysplasia, Ikegawa type, faced severe vision loss due to a novel variant in the TMEM53 gene. Radiographic evaluations confirmed the diagnosis, and following optic canal decompression, the proband experienced significant improvement, underscoring the importance of timely clinical and genetic assessments for better outcomes.