Proteus syndrome

GPTKB entity

Statements (92)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Genetics
gptkbp:affects life expectancy
any part of the body
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:PTEN_gene_mutation
tumors
gptkbp:can_cause challenges in daily activities
gptkbp:can_lead_to gptkb:social_stigma
surgical complications
functional impairment
psychosocial issues
disfigurement
mobility challenges
challenges in daily living
complications in surgery
gptkbp:cause tumors
overgrowth of bones
overgrowth of skin
overgrowth of other tissues
gptkbp:challenges diagnose
treat
gptkbp:diagnosis gptkb:Maffucci_syndrome
gptkb:neurofibromatosis
clinical evaluation
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:1979
gptkbp:diseases gptkb:true
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:Dr._Michael_Cohen
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Proteus syndrome
gptkbp:inherits_from gptkb:true
gptkbp:is_a_basis_for mutation in the AKT1 gene
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of clinical studies
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:Maffucci_syndrome
gptkb:neurofibromatosis
increased risk of cancer
physical disabilities
psychological impact
other syndromes
Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome
gptkbp:is_characterized_by cysts
skin lesions
progressive nature
variable expressivity
nevi
disproportionate growth
varied presentation
unpredictable progression
varied clinical presentation
gptkbp:is_common_in males
gptkbp:is_considered a rare condition
a mosaic disorder
gptkbp:is_documented_in gptkb:literature
case reports
medical textbooks
genetic databases
gptkbp:is_explored_in clinical trials
patient registries
genetic research
gptkbp:is_managed_by gptkb:healthcare_professionals
oncologists
dermatologists
orthopedic surgeons
specialists in genetics
gptkbp:is_rarely_diagnosed_before infancy
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:healthcare_professionals
genetic testing
imaging studies
biopsy
medical community
gptkbp:is_related_to other overgrowth syndromes
gptkbp:is_under_research_for improving patient outcomes
understanding genetic causes
better treatment methods
gptkbp:named_after Proteus, the Greek god
Greek sea god Proteus
gptkbp:prevalence very rare
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:true
gptkbp:requires psychological support
multidisciplinary care
long-term follow-up
gptkbp:requires_multidisciplinary_care yes
gptkbp:research_focus patient quality of life
genetic mechanisms
treatment options
gptkbp:symptoms lipomas
skin lesions
vascular malformations
asymmetrical overgrowth
asymmetrical body growth
gptkbp:treatment physical therapy
pain management
surgical intervention
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:John_Merrick
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4