Optical Genome Mapping (OGM) Identifies Multiple Structural Variants in a Case With Atypical Phelan-McDermid Syndrome

  • Erica L. Macke
  • , Anthony R. Miller
  • , Caitlyn M. Colwell
  • , Maria Hernandez Gonzalez
  • , Jesse Hunter
  • , Lakshmi Prakruthi Rao Venkata
  • , Lauren Walker
  • , Gregory Wheeler
  • , Richard K. Wilson
  • , Elaine R. Mardis
  • , Katherine E. Miller
  • , Mariam T. Mathew
  • , Bimal P. Chaudhari
  • , Yassmine Akkari

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Abstract

Here we describe a neonate exhibiting hypotonia, macrocephaly, renal cysts, and respiratory failure requiring tracheostomy and ventilator support. Genetic analysis via rapid genome sequencing (rGS) identified a loss on chromosome 4 encompassing polycystin-2 (PKD2) and a loss on chromosome 22 encompassing SH3 and Multiple Ankyrin Repeat Domains 3 (SHANK3), indicative of Phelan-McDermid syndrome. Further analysis via traditional karyotyping, Optical Genome Mapping (OGM), and PacBio long-read sequencing revealed a more complex landscape of chromosomal rearrangements in this individual, including a balanced 3;12 translocation, and an unbalanced 17;22 translocation. The proband's phenotypic presentation is thought to be the result of Phelan-McDermid syndrome and represents an expansion of the described phenotypes to include significant respiratory failure. This study underscores the challenges and importance of comprehensive genetic testing in elucidating complex presentations and highlights the need for complementary testing methods to overcome limitations in resolution.

Original languageEnglish
Article numbere63929
JournalAmerican Journal of Medical Genetics, Part A
Volume197
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2025
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • long-read Sequencing
  • optical Genome Mapping
  • Phelan-McDermid Syndrome
  • rapid Genome Sequencing

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