Cockayne syndrome

Cockayne syndrome (CS) is a multisystem condition characterized by short stature, a characteristic facial appearance, premature aging, photosensitivity, progressive neurological dysfunction, and intellectual deficit.

Low-set ears

Upper insertion of the ear to the scalp below an imaginary horizontal line drawn between the inner canthi of the eye and extending posteriorly to the ear.


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PMID (PMCID)
17419442
 FEMALE Adult
[A case of juvenile lung cancer with suspected progeroid syndrome and mental retardation].
Kawakami M, Kobayashi A, Bando M, Tsujita A, Yamasawa H, Ohno S, Sugiyama Y.
Nihon Kokyuki Gakkai Zasshi. 2007;45(3):272-6.
Cockayne syndrome, one of the progeroid syndromes, was suspected because of mental retardation, renal disfunction, photosensitivity, and the characteristic physical appearance such as low set ears, microcephaly, senile face, short stature, and cachectic habitus.