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ArticleJournal of molecular neuroscience : MN2020

Whole Exome Sequencing Identifies a Novel Mutation of TPK1 in a Chinese Family with Recurrent Ataxia.

Bizhen Zhu, Jinzhun Wu, Guobing Chen, Ling Chen, Yonghua Yao

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Bizhen ZhuDepartment of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, China. zhubizhen@yeah.net.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1898-1893
Jinzhun WuDepartment of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, China.
Guobing ChenDepartment of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, China.
Ling ChenDepartment of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, China.
Yonghua YaoDepartment of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361003, China.
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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

TPK deficiency, also known as thiamine metabolism dysfunction syndrome 5, is a rare autosomal recessive disorder of inborn error of metabolism caused by TPK1 gene mutation. Its clinical manifestation is highly variable, ranging from spontaneous remission to fatal metabolic crisis. Here, we describe two affected siblings in a Chinese family presenting with recurrent episodes of acute ataxia. Whole exome sequencing identified a homozygous missense variant c.382C > T (p.Leu128Phe) in the TPK gene, which is located in the thiamine binding domain and affects a highly conserved amino acid. Besides, a review of the 18 previously reported patients provides a better understanding of the clinical and genetic features of this disorder. TPK deficiency may be an under-diagnosed cause of acute encephalopathy and ataxia. Given the potential benefit of early intervention, TPK deficiency should be considered in patients with episodic encephalopathy or ataxia, especially those associated with lactic acidosis and α-ketoglutaric aciduria. Significant decreased TPP in the blood is a strong hint of the disease. WES (whole exome sequencing) can help to further identify the molecular diagnosis.

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Mutation, MissenseAtaxiaBinding SitesBrain DiseasesChild, PreschoolExome SequencingGenetic TestingHumansMalePedigreeProtein BindingThiamineThiamineAtaxiaThiamineThiamine pyrophosphateTPK1Whole exome sequencing

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