Sanjad-sakati syndrome in Omani children

ABSTRACT

Sanjad Sakati Syndrome is an Autosomal Recessive disorder found exclusively in people of Arabian origin. It was first reported from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1988. This is a report of a family with this rare disease in Oman. The syndrome comprises of congenital hypoparathyroidism, severe growth retardation, low IQ and typical facial features. Supportive treatment in the form of vitamin D and growth hormone is often offered to these children