Novel homozygous mutations in TXNDC15 causing Meckel syndrome

Abstract

BackgroundMeckel syndrome (MKS) is the most severe form of an autosomal recessive ciliopathy and is clinically characterized by occipital encephalocele, severely polycystic kidneys, and postaxial polydactyly (toes). The association of TXNDC15‐related MKS has been reported. We report the case of a homozygous mutation in the TXNDC15 gene, causing MKS14 in the Chinese population.MethodsThe fetal skin tissue and parental peripheral blood were retained for whole‐exome sequencing and Sanger sequencing, which investigated the potential pathogenic variants associated with MKS.ResultsThe fetus was homozygous for a mutation in the TXNDC15 gene (NM_024715.3), specifically c.560delA (p.Asn187llefsTer4), and both parents were heterozygous for this mutation.ConclusionOur study identified a new mutation that adds to the mutational landscape of MKS, which provide a basis for genetic counseling and the selection of reproductive options.