Expanding the Phenotypic Spectrum of <i>SLC1A4</i> -Related Spastic Tetraplegia: A Case With Novel Multisystem Features

(p.Arg457Trp). Notably, our patient exhibited novel systemic phenotypic features, including grade 2 finger clubbing, recurrent infections, bilateral hernias, meatal stenosis, and dysmorphic features (high-arched palate, low-set ears, pectus carinatum). Brain MRI demonstrated a diffusely thin corpus callosum, a typical finding consistent with the classic SPATCCM phenotype. These previously unreported systemic features broaden the recognized phenotypic spectrum and underscore the need for genetic testing in suspected cases.

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Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case Reports
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2026-04-01
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https://doi.org/10.1177/23247096261440338
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Fetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders
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Expanding the Phenotypic Spectrum of SLC1A4 -Related Spastic Tetraplegia: A Case With Novel Multisystem Features

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(p.Arg457Trp). Notably, our patient exhibited novel systemic phenotypic features, including grade 2 finger clubbing, recurrent infections, bilateral hernias, meatal stenosis, and dysmorphic features (high-arched palate, low-set ears, pectus carinatum). Brain MRI demonstrated a diffusely thin corpus callosum, a typical finding consistent with the classic SPATCCM phenotype. These previously unreported systemic features broaden the recognized phenotypic spectrum and underscore the need for genetic testing in suspected cases.

Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case ReportsVol. 14
Hebron University (PS), Palestine Polytechnic University (PS)
Openalex Percentile: Top 31%
Fetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders
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