Overview
Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome is an extremely rare genetic condition that affects several parts of the body. The name describes its main features: telecanthus means the inner corners of the eyes are spaced farther apart than usual; hypertelorism means the eyes themselves are widely spaced; strabismus refers to crossed eyes or eyes that do not align properly; and pes cavus describes an unusually high arch of the foot. Together, these features create a recognizable pattern that doctors can identify, usually from birth or early childhood. People with this syndrome may notice that their facial appearance is somewhat distinctive due to the wide spacing of the eyes, and they may have difficulty with vision because of the eye misalignment. The high-arched feet can sometimes cause problems with walking, balance, or foot pain. Some affected individuals may also have additional minor physical differences. Because this condition is so rare, there is very limited information about it in the medical literature. Treatment is generally focused on managing individual symptoms. For example, strabismus may be treated with glasses, patching, or surgery. Foot problems from pes cavus can be addressed with special shoes, orthotics, or in some cases surgery. Regular follow-up with appropriate specialists is important to monitor and address symptoms as they arise. There is currently no cure or disease-specific therapy available.
Key symptoms:
Widely spaced inner corners of the eyes (telecanthus)Eyes set far apart (hypertelorism)Crossed eyes or misaligned eyes (strabismus)High arches of the feet (pes cavus)Difficulty with balance or walking due to foot shapeFoot pain or discomfortDistinctive facial appearancePossible vision problems due to eye misalignment
Autosomal dominant
Passed on from just one parent; each child has about a 50% chance of inheriting it
Neonatal
Begins at or shortly after birth (first 4 weeks)
Treatments
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Treatment Centers
8 centersBaylor College of Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🏥 NORDStanford Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Stanford Medicine
📍 Stanford, CA
🔬 UDNNIH Clinical Center Undiagnosed Diseases Program ↗
National Institutes of Health
📍 Bethesda, MD
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UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
🔬 UDNBaylor College of Medicine UDN Clinical Site ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
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Massachusetts General Hospital
📍 Boston, MA
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Mayo Clinic
📍 Rochester, MN
👤 Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine
🏥 NORDUCLA Rare Disease Day Program ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
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Questions for your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment
- Q1.How severe is my child's strabismus, and what treatment options do you recommend?,Should we consider surgery for the eye misalignment, and if so, when is the best time?,What can we do to manage the high arches in the feet and prevent pain?,Is genetic testing available that could help confirm the diagnosis or identify the cause?,What is the risk of passing this condition to future children?,How often should we schedule follow-up visits with the eye doctor and orthopedic specialist?,Are there any other health problems we should watch for as my child grows?
Common questions about Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome
What is Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome?
Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome is an extremely rare genetic condition that affects several parts of the body. The name describes its main features: telecanthus means the inner corners of the eyes are spaced farther apart than usual; hypertelorism means the eyes themselves are widely spaced; strabismus refers to crossed eyes or eyes that do not align properly; and pes cavus describes an unusually high arch of the foot. Together, these features create a recognizable pattern that doctors can identify, usually from birth or early childhood. People with this syndrome may n
How is Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome inherited?
Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome follows a autosomal dominant inheritance pattern. Genetic counseling can help families understand recurrence risk and testing options.
At what age does Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome typically begin?
Typical onset of Telecanthus-hypertelorism-strabismus-pes cavus syndrome is neonatal. Age of onset can vary across affected individuals.