Table 5.

Treatment of Manifestations in Individuals with a TXNL4A-Related Craniofacial Disorder

Manifestation/ConcernTreatment
Choanal stenosis/atresia Intubation &/or surgical correction
Lower eyelid defects Care directed by ophthalmologist to ↓ risk of corneal scarring
Hearing loss Hearing aids as needed
Craniofacial manifestations Individualized & managed by multidisciplinary team 1
Cardiac defects As directed by cardiologist
1.

The team may include a oromaxillofacial surgeon, plastic surgeon, otolaryngologist, dentist/orthodontist, and speech-language therapist.

From: TXNL4A-Related Craniofacial Disorders

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