Phenotypic Divergence in Siblings with the Same Genotype: Diffuse Dermal Melanocytosis in Infantile-Onset Galactosialidosis
This report highlights diffuse dermal melanocytosis as a possible novel cutaneous marker of GS, potentially aiding early recognition. It also illustrates intrafamilial phenotypic variability despite identical genotypes. Our findings underscore the importance of dermatologic clues in the diagnostic workup of lysosomal storage disorders and advocate for family-based genetic screening to identify asymptomatic or mildly affected individuals.
Authors
- Berrak Bilginer Gürbüz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6197-0647)
- Özge Özalp Yüreğir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7343-3064)
Institutions
- Ankara University (TR)
- Bilkent University (TR)
- Ankara Onkoloji Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (TR)
- Başkent University Hospital (TR)
- Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Molecular Syndromology
- Published
- 2025-10-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000549013
- Primary Topic
- melanin and skin pigmentation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00