Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic disease that causes the growth of benign tumors in different organs, such as the brain, skin, kidneys, and heart. Its manifestations vary greatly from one person to another.

Usual manifestations: skin lesions, seizures, developmental or learning changes, and kidney involvement may occur, depending on the organs involved.

Common causes: it is due to genetic variants that favor the abnormal growth of tissues; it may be inherited or appear anew in the person.

Which specialist treats it? Because of its multi-organ nature, its study is usually coordinated by the geneticist together with neurology, dermatology, and other fields depending on the case. In the face of suggestive signs or a family history, it is advisable to have a specialized evaluation that allows organizing the follow-up of the different organs.