Ackerman syndrome

Synonyms

2

Overview

Ackerman syndrome is a familial syndrome of fused molar roots with a single canal (taurodontism), hypotrichosis, full upper lip without a cupid's bow, thickened and wide philtrum, and occasional juvenile glaucoma. It was described by James L. Ackerman, A. Leon Ackerman, and A. Bernard Ackerman.

It can also refer to interstitial granulomatous dermatitis.

Symptoms

  • Fused molar roots
  • Single root canal
  • Juvenile glaucoma
  • Sparse body hair
  • Full upper lip
  • Abnormal hair quantity
  • Deep philtrum
  • Exaggerated cupid's bow
  • Taurodontia
  • Thick lower lip vermilion
  • Thick philtrum
  • Syndactyly
  • Increased pigmentation of finger joints
  • Clinodactyly of fifth finger

Causes

Ackerman syndrome is a birth defect. The syndrome tends to run in families, suggesting an inherited genetic mutation is involved.

Resources

  • NIH