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CANVAS Syndrome

CANVAS Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by mutations in the EVC2 gene. It usually affects individuals during early childhood, leading to a range of physical, cognitive, and behavioral health issues. Symptoms include abnormalities in the eyes, skeletal structure, brain, and heart, as well as potenti…

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Overview

CANVAS Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by mutations in the EVC2 gene. It usually affects individuals during early childhood, leading to a range of physical, cognitive, and behavioral health issues. Symptoms include abnormalities in the eyes, skeletal structure, brain, and heart, as well as potentially life-threatening seizures. Treatment typically focuses on controlling symptoms and improving quality of life, but no cure currently exists. CANVAS Syndrome is a devastating condition for families and medical professionals alike, and there is a need for increased research and awareness to improve diagnosis and care.

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Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Otolaryngology Advances (ISSN 2379-8572).

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Ioannis Chatzistefanou · Greece Heather Bortfeld · United States Heidi Silver · United States

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