Familial occurrence of patent ductus arteriosus

Am J Med Genet. 1995 May 22;57(1):27-30. doi: 10.1002/ajmg.1320570108.

Abstract

We describe 7 relatives with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) and a slightly unusual facial appearance with prominent midface with nose elongation and flattening of the nasal bridge, wide-set eyes, downturned palpebral fissures, mild ptosis, thickened lips, and apparently slightly low-set ears. Autosomal dominant inheritance is suggested in this family. Other families where affected members have PDA and a similar facial appearance and autosomal dominant inheritance were described previously by Char [1978: BD:OAS XIV (6B):303-305] and Temple [1992: Clin Dysmorphol 1:17-21].

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Ductus Arteriosus, Patent / genetics*
  • Face
  • Female
  • Genes, Dominant
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pedigree