Genetic Syndromes & Genetics
Roberts syndrome
Roberts syndrome is a rare genetic condition affecting limb and facial development that can include encephalocele.
In short: Roberts syndrome
- It affects limb and facial development.
- It can include an encephalocele.
- It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
- Genetic counseling helps families understand it.
What it is
It is a rare genetic syndrome affecting the development of the limbs and face, which can include features such as limb differences and facial clefts, and may include an encephalocele. It involves multiple systems.
Understanding Roberts syndrome
It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern and involves multiple systems, so genetic evaluation and counseling are important for understanding the diagnosis and recurrence risk. When an encephalocele occurs alongside characteristic limb and facial differences, the broader pattern may prompt consideration of Roberts syndrome and coordinated, multi-system care.
Why it matters
Understanding Roberts syndrome helps families see why an encephalocele with limb and facial differences prompts genetic evaluation and why care is coordinated across multiple systems.
Common questions
What does Roberts syndrome affect?
Limb and facial development, among other systems.
Can it include encephalocele?
Yes, it can.
How is it inherited?
In an autosomal recessive pattern.
Bottom line
Roberts syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive condition affecting limb and facial development that can include encephalocele.
Browse all 265 Encephalocele definitions
Read the Encephalocele patient guides
Not sure which page you need? Put words to it with the symptom navigator