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Specific entities affecting the craniocervical region: syndromes affecting the craniocervical junction

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Introduction

The craniocervical junction is a vital component in understanding the function of the human central nervous system. It is the threshold for major pathways affecting both brain and spinal cord function, and these structures are intricately housed in a network of bone, ligaments, and soft tissues. Abnormal development of any of these components may lead to altered structure, and therefore, altered function in the central nervous system.

Materials and methods

We herein describe a set of genetic syndromes that commonly affect the craniovertebral junction and offer clinical examples from more than 6,000 patients who have been treated for these disorders.

Discussion

The syndromes described include Chiari type I malformation, Conradi syndrome, Goldenhar syndrome, Klippel–Feil syndrome, Larsen syndrome, Morquio syndrome, Pierre–Robin syndrome, spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenital and Weaver syndrome. The genetic mechanisms responsible for these disorders may offer unique insight into the developmental pathways and patterning in the musculoskeletal and cranial systems and may, ultimately, guide future diagnosis and treatment.

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Menezes, A.H., Vogel, T.W. Specific entities affecting the craniocervical region: syndromes affecting the craniocervical junction. Childs Nerv Syst 24, 1155–1163 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-008-0608-6

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