Taurodontia, absent teeth, sparse hair syndrome
Alternate names[edit | edit source]
Teeth, congenital absence of, with taurodontia and sparse hair
Definition[edit | edit source]
Taurodontia, absent teeth, sparse hair syndrome is a rare condition that, as the name suggests, is primarily characterized by malformations of the primary and/or secondary molars (taurodontia); the absence of several teeth; and unusually sparse, slow-growing hair.
Cause[edit | edit source]
The underlying cause of the condition is currently unknown.
Inheritance[edit | edit source]
It appears to follow an autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment is based on the signs and symptoms present in each person.
NIH genetic and rare disease info[edit source]
Taurodontia, absent teeth, sparse hair syndrome is a rare disease.
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