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ArticleClinical case reports2025

Talents Amidst Neurological Impairment; an Interesting Case of Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome.

Pooneh Tabibi, Reza Shiari, Samin Sharafian, Sara Shiari

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Pooneh TabibiDepartment of Pediatrics Imam Ali Hospital, Alborz University of Medical Sciences Karaj Iran.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6513-2413
Reza ShiariMofid Children's Hospital Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran.
Samin SharafianDepartment of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Mofid Children's Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran.
Sara ShiariDepartment of Medical Sciences Masih Daneshvari's Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran.

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Abstract

Aicardi-Goutières syndrome (AGS) is a rare neuroinflammatory disorder characterized by severe neurological problems and potential overlap with autoimmune disorders. While profound intellectual disability is typically associated with AGS, there have been exceptional cases where individuals exhibit extraordinary talents amidst their neurological impairments. We present a unique and compelling case of a patient diagnosed with AGS who demonstrates remarkable artistic abilities. Despite profound cognitive impairment, the patient exhibits exceptional talent in painting and visualizing objects with extraordinary precision and attention to detail. Unlike most AGS patients, this individual exhibited fewer neurological symptoms and less severe neurodevelopmental impairments. Instead, our patient presented with prominent symptoms of immunodeficiency and exacerbated immune responses. Genetic analysis revealed a specific gene mutation as the underlying cause, contributing to this distinct clinical presentation. Detailed clinical assessments, including neurological evaluations, cognitive testing, and genetic study, were conducted to confirm the diagnosis of AGS and explore the extent of the patient's artistic abilities. This remarkable case of a patient with Aicardi-Goutières syndrome (AGS) challenges our understanding of the cognitive abilities within the syndrome. Despite profound cognitive impairment, the patient exhibits exceptional artistic talents, highlighting the presence of unconventional skills amidst neurological impairments. The coexistence of immunodeficiency and exacerbated immune responses in this case further underscores the heterogeneity of AGS and its potential overlap with autoimmune disorders. By documenting and sharing this unique case, we contribute to a deeper understanding of AGS and inspire further research into the interplay between neurodevelopmental disorders and artistic expression. Recognizing and nurturing unconventional talents in individuals with AGS can inform personalized approaches to management and support, leading to improved quality of life and a broader appreciation of the diverse cognitive profiles within this syndrome. Future studies investigating the genetic basis of AGS are crucial for accurate diagnosis, personalized management, and advancing therapeutic interventions.

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Aicardi–Goutières syndrome (AGS)cognitive heterogeneityneurological abnormalitiesskin lesionsTREX1 geneunconventional abilities

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