SCN1A Gene Mutations in Indian Children With Epilepsy: Single Center Experience
Date
2023-08
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Publisher
Indian Academy of Pediatrics
Abstract
Objective: To study prevalence of SCN1A gene mutations in complex seizure disorders. Methods: Retrospective laboratory based study on samples sent for molecular diagnosis in complex seizure disorders. Exome sequencing was performed. Phenotype- genotype correlation was done for patients showing variants in SCN1A gene. Results: 364 samples were evaluated; of which, 54% were of children below 5 years of age. SCN1A mutations were seen in 50 samples of patients with complex seizure disorders; 44 variants were identified. Types of seizure disorders commonly associated were Dravet syndrome and genetic epilepsy with febrile seizures. Conclusions: SCN1A mutations are common in complex seizure disorders, especially Dravet syndrome. Early identification of SCN1A gene in etiology is important for selection of correct antiepileptic and counselling.
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Keywords
Dravet syndrome, Epileptic encephalopathy, Evaluation.
Citation
Maruthi Goske, Dhayalan Pavithra, Kumaran Priyanka, Soundraoandiyan Jagatheesh, Gambhir Prakash. SCN1A Gene Mutations in Indian Children With Epilepsy: Single Center Experience. Indian Pediatrics. 2023 Aug; 60(8): 648-650