hrp0089p2-p318 | Pituitary, Neuroendocrinology and Puberty P2 | ESPE2018

SOX3 Gene Duplication Associated with Midline CNS Malformations, Hypopituitarism and Neurodevelopmental Abnormalities: 5 Unrelated Cases

Chawla Garima , Nambisan Aparna K.R. , Arya Ved B. , Muhi-Iddin Nadia , Vamvakiti Katia , Ajzensztejn Michal , Hulse Tony , Buchanan Charles R. , Kapoor Ritika R.

Introduction: Duplications of SOX3 at Xq27.1 are known to be associated with a spectrum of midline defects, isolated/multiple pituitary hormone deficiencies and learning difficulties. We report 5 cases of SOX3 duplication with hypopituitarism and differing presentations. 1)Male neonate presented with poor feeding and prolonged jaundice. Investigations revealed central hypothyroidism and inadequate cortisol response to Synacthen. Appropriate hormone replacemen...