[Dysmorphic features which imply neurological alterations. Guidelines for action].
BACKGROUND
In a patient with dysmorphic features correct diagnosis is essential to establish the prognosis, including therapeutic possibilities, prevention of complications, expectations of psychomotor development and genetic and family planning counselling. For this, craniofacial anomalies are essential in the diagnosis of genetic syndromes.


OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study is to describe a methodology for clinical diagnosis, applicable in an outpatient clinic, which includes complementary studies and genetic tests. It is impossible to remember all the information on over 2500 well defined syndromes. Computer tests such as OMIN, LDD and POSSUM are essential to recognize these syndromes.
Santolaya
J M
JM
Hospital de Basurto, Bilbao, España. jsantola@hbas.osakidetza.net
D000554:Ambulatory Care Facilities; D000013:Congenital Abnormalities / Q000175:diagnosis*; D019066:Facies; D006801:Humans; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology*; D011379:Prognosis; D012984:Software; D013577:Syndrome