Synonyms: LQT8 | Long QT syndrome type 8 | Long QT syndrome-syndactyly syndrome
A rare multiple congenital anomalies syndrome with cardiac involvement as a major feature characterized by QT prolongation congenital heart defects syndactyly facial dysmorphism and neurodevelopmental features. There are three clinical phenotypes recognized the classical types that present with a prolonged QT interval and either with (TS1) or without (TS2) cutaneous syndactyly of fingers and toes. The atypical form (ATS) causes multi-system health concerns but not necessarily with prolonged QT.
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Advocacy Organizations
COMBINEDBrain Inc
COMBINEDBrain is a consortium for outcome measures and biomarkers for neurodevelopmental disorders. We are collaborating to cure rare, non-verbal brain disorders.
DDX3X Foundation
Our mission is to connect families, resources, and the medical community to advance research for a treatment or cure to DDX3X Syndrome. Our ultimate goal is to accelerate brain function in individuals affected by DDX3X Syndrome through advances in cell and gene therapy and pharmaceuticals.
FamilieSCN2A Foundation
"Families" is part of our name for a reason. Rare and devastating, SCN2A-related disorders affect the entire family. Our VISION is a world with effective treatments and cures for all SCN2A-related disorders. Our MISSION is to accelerate research, build community and advocate to improve the lives of those affected by SCN2A-related disorders around the world.
Heart of a Giant Foundation
The mission of the HGF is to achieve better health outcomes for heart diseases and related chronic health conditions in our communities and enhance the quality of life through health education, care support, and connection to community resources.
Helping Swans Co.
Promoting disability awareness and inclusion through education and support services. They highlight rare and undiagnosed diseases and provide initiatives in schools, hospitals, and other organizations to create a more inclusive world. The organization was founded by a disabled Latina mother of a rare child with autism, with a focus on diversity and underrepresented communities.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association
The HCMA was founded in 1996 as a 501c3 nonprofit organization. We provide support, advocacy, and education to patients, families, the medical community, and the public about hypertrophic cardiomyopathy while supporting research and fostering the development of treatments.
KIF1A.ORG
KIF1A.ORG is a global community dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) and accelerating research to find a cure.
MAST Genes Research Foundation
Connecting families and fueling research into microtubule-associated serine/threonine kinase (MAST) genetic mutations to improve the quality of life and develop therapies to support affected patients and families.
Moonshots for Unicorns
Curing single-gene disorders
My Faulty Gene
My Faulty Gene is a nonprofit organization which provides information and assistance to any individual whose family medical history suggests genetic testing might be helpful in identifying an increased risk of disease due to a genetic mutation. We believe that everyone in need of genetic testing should have access to it.
Project CASK
VISION Project CASK believes in a world free of the life limitations and debilitating effects of CASK gene disorders. MISSION To accelerate breakthroughs in research to develop treatments and a cure for CASK gene disorders. VALUES Collaboration. Transparency. Urgency.
SCN2A Foundation
The SCN2A Foundation is a global initiative dedicated towards accelerating research and treatment for SCN2A. We plan to achieve this by building collaborative networks among the global research community, organizing resources, and strategically investing in highly focused research directed towards therapeutic development.
Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
The SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes) Foundation mission is to save the lives and support the families of children and adults who are genetically predisposed to sudden death due to heart rhythm abnormalities. Learn More
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia
Provide information, support and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or rare genetic condition.
TRND Network
The TRND Network is dedicated to supporting patients and their loved ones by providing advocacy and support, advancing research, and creating collaboration between researchers and patients.
The SHANK2 Foundation
To improve the quality of life for individuals affected by SHANK2 disorders
Timothy Syndrome Alliance
Our mission focuses on improving diagnosis rates, treatment, and support for individuals worldwide with CACNA1C-related disorders including Timothy Syndrome and LongQT8, while also aiding their families and caregivers.
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Clinical Trials
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