
pmid: 38694182
pmc: PMC11062765
Tuberous sclerosis (TS) is a rare multisystem autosomal dominant genetic disorder with characteristic pathognomonic genetic mutations involving the TSC (tuberous sclerosis complex) group of genes. Ocular signs are fairly common and include an achromic patch and retinal astrocytic hamartomas, which usually have a maximum size of between 0.5 and 5 mm. The incidence of tuberous sclerosis is estimated to be 1 in 5000−10,000 individuals, with both familial and sporadic cases reported. The diagnostic criteria for tuberous sclerosis include the presence of major and/or minor clinical features as well as genetic mutations. We present the case of a 15‐year‐old girl, presented with a history of seizures and blurred vision. Physical examination revealed angiofibroma on the face. Further evaluation, including contrast‐enhanced MRI of the brain and ophthalmological consultation, led to the diagnosis of tuberous sclerosis. Additional imaging studies confirmed the presence of subependymal giant cell astrocytoma, retinal astrocytoma, lymphangioleiomyomatosis in the lungs, and renal angiomyolipoma. This case highlights the importance of considering tuberous sclerosis in patients presenting with seizures and ocular symptoms. This case sheds light on early diagnosis and appropriate management which are crucial in preventing complications and improving patient outcomes.
Physiology, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and Type 2, Case Report, Dermatology, Presentation (obstetrics), Pediatrics, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Health Sciences, Retinal, Pathology, RC346-429, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and Related Disorders, Tuberous sclerosis, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Regulation and Function of Microtubules in Cell Division, Ophthalmology, Neurology, FOS: Biological sciences, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Medicine, Surgery, Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
Physiology, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and Type 2, Case Report, Dermatology, Presentation (obstetrics), Pediatrics, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Health Sciences, Retinal, Pathology, RC346-429, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and Related Disorders, Tuberous sclerosis, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Regulation and Function of Microtubules in Cell Division, Ophthalmology, Neurology, FOS: Biological sciences, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Medicine, Surgery, Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
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