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Early Onset of Tuberous Sclerosis With Chylous Ascites: A Case Report



Dalili H1 ; Amini E2 ; Asbagh PA3 ; Shrivany TE1 ; Niknafs N2 ; Nayyeri F2 ; Shariat M2 ; Talebian S1 ; Asbagh NA1 ; Sabagh VG1
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  1. 1. Family Health Institute, Breastfeeding Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Family Health Institute, Maternal- Fetaland Neonatal Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  3. 3. Dept of Pediatric, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: Iranian Journal of Public Health Published:2015

Abstract

Background: Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) is an autosomal-dominant hereditary disorder. This syndrome is characterized by tumor-like malformations in several organs, as well as the heart. This report summarizes a case of TSC in a premature infant, born at 34 weeks’ gestation with ascites. After birth, multiple cardiac mass, subependymal cysts and hypopigmented macules were detected. To our knowledge, this is the first case report of early onset of TSC with chylous ascites in Iran. © 2015 Iran J Public Health All Right reserved.