CHARGE Syndrome

CHARGE syndrome occurs in approximately 1:10,000–15,000 births worldwide, is extremely complex, and has varied medical and physical manifestations. It was first described in 1979, named in 1981, and in 2004 a gene for CHARGE was identified. In addition to a host of other conditions, most individuals have communication-related problems, including hearing, vision, balance, breathing, swallowing, and speech.

Each of the editors is an established expert on CHARGE syndrome and has received the highest award bestowed by the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation, the Stars in CHARGE.  They represent three different disciplines: psychology, genetic counseling, and clinical pediatrics. Additional information and studies on CHARGE have advanced to the degree that warrant a second edition of this book. As in the first edition, this book describes the sensory, physical, communicative, and behavioral findings in CHARGE. Authors include experts in the field, including a number from the CHARGE Center at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

New to the Second Edition

• Co-Editor, Kim D. Blake, MD
• A chapter on Educational Issues has been added
• Reorganized for a greater flow of information
• All chapters have been revised and updated
• References have been completely updated
• More images and illustrations
• A PluralPlus companion website with links to related videos and downloadable versions of the checklists described in the book

Reviews

“Throughout the book the emphasis is on the challenge of ensuring communication and normal development in children who can have deficits in all their senses. As survival has dramatically improved, this has become fundamental to care and just what can be achieved is demonstrated in later chapters. There are chapters on the cardiovascular, visual, gastrointestinal and endocrine problems of the syndrome of less relevance to readers of our specialty. ...The second half of the book relates to Developmental Issues, Language and Communication Systems and Psychological Issues, taking the child from birth to adulthood. This second edition has been well updated to judge by the references cited and is of great value to the multidisciplinary team essential for social development. The book reminds us that “all behaviour is communication” and stresses this throughout. It will appeal to the paediatric otolaryngologist, to the speech and language therapist but especially to the trainee in ENT. This is a very thought-provoking read, but be sure not to miss the introductory pages!”
—Liam M Flood, FRCS, FRCSI, in the Journal of Laryngology & Otology (2021)

"Edited and authored by experts from a wide score of pediatricians and professionals, this is an excellent work that gives insight about everything professionals need to know about CHARGE syndrome in one book. Therefore, it is a must-have clinical reference book for specialists who are involved in the care of individuals with CHARGE. It allows a quick grasp of the essential points for multidisciplinary collaboration to provide appropriate evaluations, referrals, guidance, and treatment for individuals with CHARGE. I would also recommend this book to family members of individuals with CHARGE syndrome for educational and counseling purposes, to help parents understand the long-term health consequences of the syndrome and the steps they can take to help their child. The editors have done a great job crossing the barriers among these professionals in order for the book to serve as a professional and parental educational resource. In conclusion, thanks to the editors and the authors for an invaluable text to professionals, parents, and educators."
—Wafaa Kaf, MD, PhD
Communication Sciences and Disorders Department, Missouri State University, in the International Journal of Audiology (Review of first edition, 2012)

“This book, written by three distinguished experts serves as a compendium that addresses all of the sensory, developmental, speech-related, and psychosocial issues as well as the medical issues that are important for managing a child with CHARGE syndrome. Major hearing, vision, communication, airway, and feeding issues that have a significant impact on the growth and development of such individuals are addressed extensively. Part 4 covers the language
development and communication system in a very simplified manner which aids in understanding the communication challenges these patients may face when connecting with others. A chapter on the “changes over the life cycle” aptly explains the physical influences on the development and changes in the medical requirements at various ages. As a quick guide, an appendix covering health supervision throughout the lifespan is included. A chapter on educational issues and a checklist on educational use are both noteworthy additions. The addition of drawings, clinical pictures, and tables allows for a better understanding of specific aspects.
This book can be a valuable resource for families, health care providers, early interventionists, and special educators who are dealing with the various manifestations of CHARGE syndrome throughout their lives. I'd like to thank the authors for bringing up this comprehensive book
on CHARGE syndrome.”
–Neerja Gupta, in the Indian Journal of Pediatrics (Jan 2022)

Foreword by Daniel I. Choo
Introduction and Genetics by Margaret A. Hefner
Acknowledgements
Contributors

Part I. Sensory Issues in CHARGE 

Chapter 1. Overview and Sensory Issues 
Margaret A. Hefner and Sandra L.H. Davenport 

Chapter 2. The Eye and Vision
Eniolami O. Dosunmu

Chapter 3.  Hearing
Sarah E. Curtis and Michael P. Scott

Chapter 4.  Smell: The Olfactory System
Véronique Abadie

Chapter 5.  Overview of Balance and the Vestibular System
Claes Möller

Chapter 6.  Understanding the Tactile System
Jude Nicholas

Chapter 7.  Consequences of Vestibular and Proprioceptive Dysfunction
David M. Brown

Part II. Medical Issues in CHARGE

Chapter 8.  Otologic Issues
Daniel I. Choo

Chapter 9. Airway Obstruction
Catherine K. Hart and Christine H. Heubi

Chapter 10. Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Alexandra S. Hudson and Kim D. Blake

Chapter 11. Neurodevelopment
Kim D. Blake and Elizabeth E. Gilles

Chapter 12. Cardiovascular System
Karthik Thangappan, Alexander Hatton, and David Luís Simóne Morales

Chapter 13. Renal and Urinary Systems
Michael Daugherty and Pramod P. Reddy

Chapter 14. Endocrine System
Jeremy M. W. Kirk and Meilan M. Rutter

Chapter 15. Immune System
Peter Hsu, Sam Mehr, and Dianne E. Campbell

Chapter 16. Musculoskeletal System
Marc S. Williams

Chapter 17. Adult Medical Issues
Susan Wiley

Part III. Developmental Issues in CHARGE

Chapter 18. Cognitive Development
Nancy Salem-Hartshorne

Chapter 19. Social/Emotional Aspects
Megan C. Schmittel

Chapter 20. Promoting Motor Development
Pamela Haibach-Beach, Melanie E. Perreault, and Lauren J. Lieberman

Chapter 21. Toileting
Laurie S. Denno

Chapter 22. Sleep
Benjamin Kennert and Dominique Pancotto

Chapter 23. Changes over the Life Cycle
Nancy Salem-Hartshorne, Megan C. Schmittel, Kasee K. Stratton, and Sandra L.H. Davenport

Part IV. Language Development and Communication Systems in CHARGE 

Chapter 24. Communication: The Speech and Language Perspective
Lori A. Swanson

Chapter 25. Prelinguistic Communication
Susan M. Bashinski

Chapter 26. Forms and Functions in Communication
Emily King Miller, Lori A. Swanson, Nancy K. Steele, Sara J. Thelin, and James W. Thelin

Part V. Psychological Issues in CHARGE 

Chapter 27. Behavior
Timothy S. Hartshorne

Chapter 28. Psychiatric Issues
Susan Wiley

Chapter 29. Pain
Kasee K. Stratton

Chapter 30. Stress 
Kasee K. Stratton

Chapter 31. Parenting
Timothy S. Hartshorne

Chapter 32. Educational Issues
Lillian J. Slavin

Appendix. Checklists
Index
 

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