Proteus syndrome

Proteus syndrome (PS) is a very rare and complex hamartomatous overgrowth disorder characterized by progressive overgrowth of the skeleton, skin, adipose, and central nervous systems.

Craniofacial hyperostosis

Excessive growth of the craniofacial bones.


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PMID (PMCID)
22134251
MALE Adult
Asymmetric, disproportionate craniofacial hyperostoses of mosaic pattern in a patient not meeting Proteus syndrome criteria.
Adolphs N, Menneking H, Hoffmeister B, Tinschert S.
J Craniofac Surg. 2011;22(6):2135-40.
Although the craniofacial hyperostosis in the patient was indicative of the Proteus syndrome, the applicable criteria were not met.