
Biallelic variants in theWFS1gene are associated with Wolfram syndrome. However, recent publications document that heterozygous variants can lead to a variety of phenotypes, such as Wolfram-like syndrome or isolated features of Wolfram syndrome. In this case report, we present a male patient with a history of congenital cataracts and subjective complaints of muscle weakness. Clinical assessment demonstrated normal muscle strength, and genomic, biochemical, electrophysiologic, and muscle biopsy studies did not identify a potential cause of the proband's perceived muscle weakness. Whole-exome sequencing identified a novel de novo variant in theWFS1gene (c.1243G > T), representing one of only several patients in the published literature with isolated congenital cataracts and a heterozygousWFS1variant. The variety of phenotypes associated with heterozygous variants inWFS1suggests that this gene should be considered as a cause of both dominant and biallelic/recessive forms of disease. Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanism(s) of disease and variable expressivity inWFS1in order to improve our ability to provide patients and families with anticipatory guidance about the disease, including appropriate screening and medical interventions.
Male, Heterozygote, Phenotype, Mutation, Humans, Membrane Proteins, Wolfram Syndrome, Rapid Communication, Cataract, Pedigree
Male, Heterozygote, Phenotype, Mutation, Humans, Membrane Proteins, Wolfram Syndrome, Rapid Communication, Cataract, Pedigree
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