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Floating-Harbor syndrome
Other Names for this Disease
- FHS
- Pelletier-Leisti syndrome
- Short stature with delayed bone age, expressive language delay, a triangular face with a prominent nose and deep-set eyes
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Overview
Floating-Harbor syndrome is a genetic disorder that was named for the first two identified patients who were seen at Boston Floating Hospital and Harbor General Hospital in California.[1][2] The main characteristics of this syndrome are short stature, delayed bone growth, delay in expressive language, and distinct facial features.[1] The exact cause of Floating-Harbor syndrome is not known.[1][2] Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.[1]
References
- Floating Harbor Syndrome Support Group. http://www.floatingharborsyndromesupport.com/. Accessed May 7, 2009.
- Floating Harbor Syndrome. National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Floating%20Harbor%20Syndrome. Accessed May 7, 2009.
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- The The Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) database contains genetics resources that discuss Floating-Harbor syndrome. Click on the link to go to OMIM and review these resources.