Syndromes/Craniofacial Anomalies
Elizabeth Asdell, DDS
Pediatric Dental Resident PGY-1
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Indiana University School of Dentistry- Riley Hospital for Children
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
LaQuia Vinson, DDS, MPH
Riley Children's Hospital
LaQuia A. Vinson, DDS, MPH
Associate Professor
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Introduction: Keratosis Ichthyosis Deafness (KID) Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a gap junction protein beta 2 (GJB2) gene mutation. Common oral manifestations include abnormalities in the dentition as well as an increased risk of squamous cell carcinoma of the mucosal tissue.
Case Report: This report discusses a premature infant who was transferred to a level IV NICU for metabolic acidosis with subsequent needs of ongoing respiratory, nutritional and thermoregulatory support who also presented with dysmorphic features and a variety of oral abnormalities typically seen in patients with KID syndrome. This report will highlight the clinical findings often associated with KID, differential diagnoses, and subsequent management of a patient with KID.
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