Nonfamilial cherubism in a 6-month-old infant: a case report
Seyedeh Sedigheh Hamzavi,
Alireza Askari,
Rosemina Bahrololoom
et al.
Abstract:Background
Cherubism is known as a very rare autosomal dominant familial disorder of childhood caused by a mutation in the SH3BP2 gene on 4p16.3. It has not yet been observed at birth and is usually diagnosed in children aged 2–7. Here, we present a non-hereditary case of cherubism at a very early age.
Case presentation
A 6-month-old girl presented with bilateral progressive jaw enlargement. On physical examination, bilateral asymmetrical jaw enlar… Show more
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