Intellectual disability syndrome associated with a homozygous founder variant inSGSM3in Ashkenazi Jews

Author:

Birnbaum Rivka,Ezer Shlomit,Lotan Nava Shaul,Eilat Avital,Sternlicht Keren,Benyamini Lilach,Reish Orit,Falik-Zaccai TziporaORCID,Ben-Gad Gali,Rod Raya,Segel ReevalORCID,Kim Katherine,Burton Barabra,Keegan Catherine E,Wagner Mallory,Henderson Lindsay B,Mor Nofar,Barel Ortal,Hirsch YoelORCID,Meiner Vardiella,Elpeleg Orly,Harel TamarORCID,Mor-Shakad HagarORCID

Abstract

BackgroundNeurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) impact both the development and functioning of the brain and exhibit clinical and genetic variability. RAP and RAB proteins, belonging to the RAS superfamily, are identified as established contributors to NDDs. However, the involvement of SGSM (small G protein signalling modulator), another member of the RAS family, in NDDs has not been previously documented.MethodsProband-only or trio exome sequencing was performed on DNA samples obtained from affected individuals and available family members. The variant prioritisation process focused on identifying rare deleterious variants. International collaboration aided in the identification of additional affected individuals.ResultsWe identified 13 patients from 8 families of Ashkenazi Jewish origin who all carried the same homozygous frameshift variant inSGSM3gene. The variant was predicted to cause a loss of function, potentially leading to impaired protein structure or function. The variant co-segregated with the disease in all available family members. The affected individuals displayed mild global developmental delay and mild to moderate intellectual disability. Additional prevalent phenotypes observed included hypotonia, behavioural challenges and short stature.ConclusionsAn Ashkenazi Jewish homozygous founder variant inSGSM3was discovered in individuals with NDDs and short stature. This finding establishes a connection between another member of the RAS family and NDDs. Additional research is needed to uncover the specific molecular mechanisms by which SGSM3 influences neurodevelopmental processes and the regulation of growth.

Publisher

BMJ

Subject

Genetics (clinical),Genetics

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