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Disease Profile
Meningoencephalocele
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.
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Age of onset
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Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
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Other names (AKA)
Encephalomeningocele
Summary
Meningoencephalocele is a type of encephalocele, which is an abnormal sac of fluid, brain
Cause
Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Organizations Supporting this Disease
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Ameriface
PO Box 751112
Las Vegas, NV 89136
Toll-free: 888-486-1209
Telephone: 702-769-9264
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ameriface.org -
Children's Craniofacial Association
13140 Coit Road Suite 517
Dallas, TX 75240
Toll-free: 1-800-535-3643
Telephone: +1-214-570-9099
Fax: +1-214-570-8811
E-mail: [email protected]
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FACES: The National Craniofacial Association
PO Box 11082
Chattanooga, TN 37401
Toll-free: 800-332-2373
Telephone: 423-266-1632
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.faces-cranio.org/
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
In-Depth Information
- The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Meningoencephalocele. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
References
- Sitthiporn Agthong and Viroj Wiwanitkit. Encephalomeningocele cases over 10 years in Thailand: a case series. BMC Neurology. 2002; 2:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC113760/.
- Kiymaz N, Yilmaz N, Demir I, Keskin S. Prognostic Factors in Patients with Occipital Encephalocele. Pediatric neurosurgery 2010. 2010; 46(1):6-11. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20453557.
- Meling TR, Due-Tønnessen BJ, Helseth E, Skjelbred P, Arctander K. [Frontoethmoidal meningoencephaloceles]. Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen. August 20, 2000; 120(19):2250-2252. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10997082.
- Nahas Z. Spontaneous meningoencephalocele of the temporal bone: clinical spectrum and presentation. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. May 1, 2008; 134(5):509-518. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18490573.
- Meloni VA, Moysés-Oliveira M, Melo MC, Caneloi TP, Dantas AG, Soares MF, Fock R, Rodrigues de Nicola PD, Dias-da-Silva MR, Melaragno MI. Novel homozygous ALX4 mutation causing frontonasal dysplasia-2 in a patient with meningoencephalocele. ClinGen. May 11 2015; 88(6):593-6. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25963140.
- Suphapeetiporn K1, Mahatumarat C, Rojvachiranonda N, Taecholarn C, Siriwan P, Srivuthana S, Shotelersuk V. Risk factors associated with the occurrence of frontoethmoidal encephalomeningocele. European Journal of Medical Genetics. Mar 12 2008; 12(2):102-7. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17869141.
- Mealey J, Dzenitis AJ, Hockey AA. The prognosis of encephaloceles. Journal of Neurosurgery. 1970; 32(2):209-218. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/5411997.
- Hoving EW. Nasal encephaloceles. Childs Nerv Syst. November 2000; 16(10-11):702-706. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11151720.
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