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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v1.114 | PROC | Tommy Li Added phenotypes Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal recessive (612304); Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal dominant (176860) for gene: PROC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1821 | RET |
Zornitza Stark changed review comment from: Established gene-disease associations. Assessed as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. Onset of MEN2A is typically prior to age 35, usually between ages 5 and 25. MTC is generally the first manifestation in MEN2A with probands presenting with a neck mass or neck pain. Metastatic spread is common. MTC is the most common cause of death in patients with MEN2A. PHEOs usually present after MTC or concomitantly but are the first manifestation in 13-27% of individuals; they occur in about 50% of individuals. PHEOs are diagnosed at an earlier age, have subtler symptoms, and are more likely to be bilateral than sporadic tumors, with malignant transformation occurring in about 4% of cases. Even without malignant progression, PHEOs can be lethal from intractable hypertension or anesthesia-induced hypertensive crises. Depending on the risk category of the RET pathogenic variant, PHEOs have been observed as early as 5 years of age. For MEN2A children with a “high-risk” pathogenic variant, patients should undergo annual ultrasound and screening for increased calcitonin levels starting at 3 years of age and proceed to thyroidectomy when elevated levels are detected or at 5 years of age. For patients with a “moderate-risk” pathogenic variant, considering the clinical variability of disease expression in family members in this category, annual physical examination, cervical US, and measurement of serum calcitonin levels, should begin at 5 years of age. Biochemical surveillance for PHPT should begin at 11 years and 16 years of age for patients with high- and moderate-risk variants, respectively; this screening is recommended annually for “high-risk” patients and at least every 2-3 years in “moderate-risk” patients. Biochemical screening for PHEO should begin at age 11 for patients with high-risk variants and age 16 for patients with moderate-risk variants. For review: actionable in first 5 years of life?; to: Established gene-disease associations. Assessed as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. Onset of MEN2A is typically prior to age 35, usually between ages 5 and 25. MTC is generally the first manifestation in MEN2A with probands presenting with a neck mass or neck pain. Metastatic spread is common. MTC is the most common cause of death in patients with MEN2A. PHEOs usually present after MTC or concomitantly but are the first manifestation in 13-27% of individuals; they occur in about 50% of individuals. PHEOs are diagnosed at an earlier age, have subtler symptoms, and are more likely to be bilateral than sporadic tumors, with malignant transformation occurring in about 4% of cases. Even without malignant progression, PHEOs can be lethal from intractable hypertension or anesthesia-induced hypertensive crises. Depending on the risk category of the RET pathogenic variant, PHEOs have been observed as early as 5 years of age. For MEN2A children with a “high-risk” pathogenic variant, patients should undergo annual ultrasound and screening for increased calcitonin levels starting at 3 years of age and proceed to thyroidectomy when elevated levels are detected or at 5 years of age. For patients with a “moderate-risk” pathogenic variant, considering the clinical variability of disease expression in family members in this category, annual physical examination, cervical US, and measurement of serum calcitonin levels, should begin at 5 years of age. Biochemical surveillance for PHPT should begin at 11 years and 16 years of age for patients with high- and moderate-risk variants, respectively; this screening is recommended annually for “high-risk” patients and at least every 2-3 years in “moderate-risk” patients. Biochemical screening for PHEO should begin at age 11 for patients with high-risk variants and age 16 for patients with moderate-risk variants. For review: some actionability in first 5 years, variants can be stratified in terms of risk. |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1772 | RUNX1 |
Zornitza Stark gene: RUNX1 was added gene: RUNX1 was added to gNBS. Sources: ClinGen for review, treatable, haematological tags were added to gene: RUNX1. Mode of inheritance for gene: RUNX1 was set to MONOALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal, NOT imprinted Phenotypes for gene: RUNX1 were set to Platelet disorder, familial, with associated myeloid malignancy, MIM# 601399 Review for gene: RUNX1 was set to AMBER Added comment: Assessed as 'moderate actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. HTHCPS is characterized by mild to moderate thrombocytopenia with normal platelet size, abnormal platelet functioning (defective release of delta granules and/or aggregation defects), and an increased risk of developing a haematologic malignancy. Age of onset of bleeding can be highly variable, with some individuals presenting in early infancy and others not recognizing their symptoms until much later in life. Severe thrombocytopenia or profound platelet dysfunction can result in recognition during the perinatal or infancy period. Hematologic malignancies can occur in childhood or adulthood; the range of age of onset is wide with a median age of 33 years. Use of clotting promotors (e.g., desmopressin, epsilon aminocaproic acid, tranexamic acid) can be used for surgeries, injuries, or dental treatments. Platelet transfusions may be used for severe bleeding or procedures with a high bleeding risk. Though there is no specific treatment for HTHCPS, there are recommendations regarding the indications and timing of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) that vary. HSCT in pre-malignancy patients, particularly in the absence of any clonal progression, is debatable due to transplantation-associated risks and incomplete penetrance. Some suggested indications for HSCT include severe or symptomatic cytopenias, severe marrow dysplasia (particularly in the context of falling blood counts), complex or high-risk (e.g., monosomy 7) cytogenetic abnormalities (particularly if the clones are large or increasing in size) and increasing blasts >5%. Consider use of a medical alert bracelet for thrombocytopenia, platelet dysfunction, or hematologic malignancy as indicated. Sources: ClinGen |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1746 | MEN1 |
Zornitza Stark changed review comment from: For review re age of onset: surveillance starts age 5, disease onset generally later.; to: For review re age of onset: surveillance starts age 5, disease onset generally later. Rated as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. Parathyroid tumors, which cause PHPT, are the most common feature and the first clinical manifestation in 90% of individuals with MEN1 with onset typically between ages 20 and 25 years. Almost all (95-100%) individuals with MEN1 can expect to have PHPT by age 50 years. However, MEN1 affects all age groups, with a reported age range of 5 to 81 years; 17% of MEN1 tumors are diagnosed under age 21. Untreated patients with MEN1 have a decreased life expectancy with a 50% probability of death by age 50. The cause of death in 50-70% of cases is due to a malignant tumor process or sequelae of the disease, with malignancies accounting for 30% of all deaths. |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1740 | TGFB2 |
Zornitza Stark gene: TGFB2 was added gene: TGFB2 was added to gNBS. Sources: ClinGen Mode of inheritance for gene: TGFB2 was set to MONOALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal, NOT imprinted Phenotypes for gene: TGFB2 were set to Loeys-Dietz syndrome 4, MIM# 614816 Review for gene: TGFB2 was set to GREEN Added comment: Rated as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. Individuals with LDS are predisposed to widespread and aggressive arterial aneurysms which are the major source of morbidity and mortality. Aortic growth can be faster than 10mm per year. Aortic dissection has been observed in early childhood, and the mean age of death is 26 years. Other life-threatening manifestations include spontaneous rupture of the spleen, bowel, and uterine rupture during pregnancy. Prophylactic surgical repair is typically recommended at an aortic diameter of ≥ 4.2 cm. Beta-blockers or other medications can be used to reduce hemodynamic stress. Consider Medicalert bracelet. Use of subacute bacterial endocarditis prophylaxis should be considered for individuals with connective tissue disorders and documented evidence of mitral and/or aortic regurgitation who are undergoing dental work or other procedures expected to contaminate the bloodstream with bacteria. Because of a high risk of cervical spine instability, a flexion and extension x-ray of the cervical spine should be performed prior to intubation or any other procedure involving manipulation of the neck. Sources: ClinGen |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1724 | ITGB3 |
Zornitza Stark gene: ITGB3 was added gene: ITGB3 was added to gNBS. Sources: ClinGen treatable, haematological tags were added to gene: ITGB3. Mode of inheritance for gene: ITGB3 was set to BIALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal Phenotypes for gene: ITGB3 were set to Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2, MIM# 619267 Review for gene: ITGB3 was set to GREEN Added comment: Rated as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. GT can present soon after birth with episodic mucocutaneous bleeding, purpura, petechiae, unprovoked bruising, and excessive bleeding from the umbilical stump or post-circumcision. Major bleeding complications during the neonatal period, such as ICH following delivery are rare. The clinical severity of GT tends to diminish with age, although the bleeding manifestations persist and are life-long. Recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) may be considered for patients with: moderate to severe acute bleeding; for treatment of refractory minor bleeds; for prophylaxis in patients with frequent severe bleeds; treatment during minor and major surgery; and in patients who are refractory to platelet transfusion. Some guidelines suggest utilizing rFVIIa as a first line therapy and saving platelet transfusion for more severe or non-responsive bleeds. High doses have been successful, particularly if used early and upfront. rFVIIa in a dose of =80 µg/kg at intervals of 2.5 h or less were observed to be safe and effective in nonsurgical bleeds, minor and major procedures in patients with or without antibodies, and/or refractoriness. The International Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Registry (GTR), published in 2015, studied 184 patients with 829 bleeding episodes and 96 patients with 206 surgical interventions. rFVIIa alone was used in 124/829 bleeds and the proportion of successful treatment to stop bleeding was 91%. In patients without antibodies/refractoriness, rFVIIa, either alone or with antifibrinolytics, and platelets±antifibrinolytics were rated 100% effective for 24 minor and 4 major procedures. The lowest effectiveness of rFVIIa treatment alone was 88.9% (16/18 effective minor procedures) in refractory patients with platelet antibodies. Desmopressin (DDAVP) may be considered as an additional treatment for mild bleeding episodes. DDAVP has been shown to be effective in many bleeding disorders, including inherited platelet function disorders. However, DDAVP efficacy among GT patients has not been established and guideline recommendations are conflicting. Sources: ClinGen |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1722 | ITGA2B |
Zornitza Stark gene: ITGA2B was added gene: ITGA2B was added to gNBS. Sources: ClinGen treatable, haematological tags were added to gene: ITGA2B. Mode of inheritance for gene: ITGA2B was set to BIALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal Phenotypes for gene: ITGA2B were set to Glanzmann thrombasthaenia 1, MIM# 273800 Review for gene: ITGA2B was set to GREEN Added comment: Rated as 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients by ClinGen. GT can present soon after birth with episodic mucocutaneous bleeding, purpura, petechiae, unprovoked bruising, and excessive bleeding from the umbilical stump or post-circumcision. Major bleeding complications during the neonatal period, such as ICH following delivery are rare. The clinical severity of GT tends to diminish with age, although the bleeding manifestations persist and are life-long. Recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) may be considered for patients with: moderate to severe acute bleeding; for treatment of refractory minor bleeds; for prophylaxis in patients with frequent severe bleeds; treatment during minor and major surgery; and in patients who are refractory to platelet transfusion. Some guidelines suggest utilizing rFVIIa as a first line therapy and saving platelet transfusion for more severe or non-responsive bleeds. High doses have been successful, particularly if used early and upfront. rFVIIa in a dose of =80 µg/kg at intervals of 2.5 h or less were observed to be safe and effective in nonsurgical bleeds, minor and major procedures in patients with or without antibodies, and/or refractoriness. The International Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Registry (GTR), published in 2015, studied 184 patients with 829 bleeding episodes and 96 patients with 206 surgical interventions. rFVIIa alone was used in 124/829 bleeds and the proportion of successful treatment to stop bleeding was 91%. In patients without antibodies/refractoriness, rFVIIa, either alone or with antifibrinolytics, and platelets±antifibrinolytics were rated 100% effective for 24 minor and 4 major procedures. The lowest effectiveness of rFVIIa treatment alone was 88.9% (16/18 effective minor procedures) in refractory patients with platelet antibodies. Desmopressin (DDAVP) may be considered as an additional treatment for mild bleeding episodes. DDAVP has been shown to be effective in many bleeding disorders, including inherited platelet function disorders. However, DDAVP efficacy among GT patients has not been established and guideline recommendations are conflicting. Sources: ClinGen |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1626 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Marked gene: PROC as ready | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1626 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Gene: proc has been classified as Red List (Low Evidence). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1626 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Phenotypes for gene: PROC were changed from Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency to Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal dominant (176860); Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal recessive (612304) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1625 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Mode of inheritance for gene: PROC was changed from BIALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal to BOTH monoallelic and biallelic, autosomal or pseudoautosomal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1624 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Classified gene: PROC as Red List (low evidence) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1624 | PROC | Zornitza Stark Gene: proc has been classified as Red List (Low Evidence). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.1623 | PROC | Zornitza Stark reviewed gene: PROC: Rating: RED; Mode of pathogenicity: None; Publications: ; Phenotypes: Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal dominant (176860), Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency, autosomal recessive (612304); Mode of inheritance: BOTH monoallelic and biallelic, autosomal or pseudoautosomal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.662 | LDLR |
Zornitza Stark changed review comment from: ClinGen: 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients. For review as clinical manifestations are typically in adulthood. Statin therapy is recommended to be initiated as early as 8-12 years of age. However, there is also a severe, bi-allelic form with onset in early childhood. Elevated LDL-C levels can be detected from infancy and strongly predispose patients with FH to progressive atherosclerosis throughout childhood and premature CVD in adulthood. Although complications of atherosclerosis occur most commonly in individuals aged >50, the pathophysiological processes begin in childhood and are affected by additional risk factors: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, obesity, poor diet, and physical inactivity. By 12 years of age, children with FH have significant thickening of the carotid intima-media, and by 18 years have coronary stenosis. In natural history studies, 50% of males and 25% of females with FH develop clinical CVD by age 50 years, but up to 10% can have severe premature CVD by 40 years of age. On average, individuals with HeFH experience their first coronary event at age 42, 20 years younger than the general population. Statins have changed the prognosis of FH such that the rates of cardiovascular (CV) events are equal to the general population after 10 years of treatment.; to: ClinGen: 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients. For review as clinical manifestations are typically in adulthood. Statin therapy is recommended to be initiated as early as 8-12 years of age. However, there is also a severe, bi-allelic form with onset in early childhood. Elevated LDL-C levels can be detected from infancy and strongly predispose patients with FH to progressive atherosclerosis throughout childhood and premature CVD in adulthood. Although complications of atherosclerosis occur most commonly in individuals aged >50, the pathophysiological processes begin in childhood and are affected by additional risk factors: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, obesity, poor diet, and physical inactivity. By 12 years of age, children with FH have significant thickening of the carotid intima-media, and by 18 years have coronary stenosis. In natural history studies, 50% of males and 25% of females with FH develop clinical CVD by age 50 years, but up to 10% can have severe premature CVD by 40 years of age. On average, individuals with HeFH experience their first coronary event at age 42, 20 years younger than the general population. Statins have changed the prognosis of FH such that the rates of cardiovascular (CV) events are equal to the general population after 10 years of treatment. Include bi-allelic disease in gNBS. Continue considering if and when mono-allelic disease should be included. |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.222 | LDLR |
Zornitza Stark changed review comment from: ClinGen: 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients. For review as clinical manifestations are typically in adulthood. Statin therapy is recommended to be initiated as early as 8-12 years of age. Elevated LDL-C levels can be detected from infancy and strongly predispose patients with FH to progressive atherosclerosis throughout childhood and premature CVD in adulthood. Although complications of atherosclerosis occur most commonly in individuals aged >50, the pathophysiological processes begin in childhood and are affected by additional risk factors: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, obesity, poor diet, and physical inactivity. By 12 years of age, children with FH have significant thickening of the carotid intima-media, and by 18 years have coronary stenosis. In natural history studies, 50% of males and 25% of females with FH develop clinical CVD by age 50 years, but up to 10% can have severe premature CVD by 40 years of age. On average, individuals with HeFH experience their first coronary event at age 42, 20 years younger than the general population. Statins have changed the prognosis of FH such that the rates of cardiovascular (CV) events are equal to the general population after 10 years of treatment.; to: ClinGen: 'strong actionability' in paediatric patients. For review as clinical manifestations are typically in adulthood. Statin therapy is recommended to be initiated as early as 8-12 years of age. However, there is also a severe, bi-allelic form with onset in early childhood. Elevated LDL-C levels can be detected from infancy and strongly predispose patients with FH to progressive atherosclerosis throughout childhood and premature CVD in adulthood. Although complications of atherosclerosis occur most commonly in individuals aged >50, the pathophysiological processes begin in childhood and are affected by additional risk factors: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, obesity, poor diet, and physical inactivity. By 12 years of age, children with FH have significant thickening of the carotid intima-media, and by 18 years have coronary stenosis. In natural history studies, 50% of males and 25% of females with FH develop clinical CVD by age 50 years, but up to 10% can have severe premature CVD by 40 years of age. On average, individuals with HeFH experience their first coronary event at age 42, 20 years younger than the general population. Statins have changed the prognosis of FH such that the rates of cardiovascular (CV) events are equal to the general population after 10 years of treatment. |
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| BabyScreen+ newborn screening v0.0 | PROC |
Zornitza Stark gene: PROC was added gene: PROC was added to gNBS. Sources: BabySeq Category A gene,Expert Review Green Mode of inheritance for gene: PROC was set to BIALLELIC, autosomal or pseudoautosomal Phenotypes for gene: PROC were set to Thrombophilia due to protein C deficiency |
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