Tuberous Sclerosis Complex - A Case Report

Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) is an Autosomal Dominant genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous benign tumors in many parts of the body caused by mutations on either of two genes, TSC1 and TSC2. A case of an 8 year old female child who fulfilled 5 major criteria of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex is reported. TSC patients, besides receiving symptomatic treatment, should also be offered special schooling and regular follow up by expert physician.