Case Report: Unveiling the enigma: a rare male neonatal case of MIRAGE syndrome with female external genital presentation and literature review - Summary - MDSpire

Case Report: Unveiling the enigma: a rare male neonatal case of MIRAGE syndrome with female external genital presentation and literature review

  • By

  • Shuyan Li

  • Fangjian Gao

  • Xiaojuan Lin

  • Dongmei Wang

  • Shuangquan Gao

  • Yu Ding

  • Jianwu Qiu

  • June 12, 2026

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Objective:

To present a rare case of neonatal MIRAGE syndrome with a 46,XY karyotype and female external genitalia, emphasizing its significance in the context of existing literature on MIRAGE syndrome in infants under 1 year of age.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • The infant had a 46, XY karyotype with predominantly female external genitalia.
    • Clinical manifestations included preterm birth, respiratory distress, growth restriction, recurrent infections, and thrombocytopenia.
    • The study highlights the need for genetic testing in cases of ambiguous genitalia with a 46, XY karyotype, supported by findings from the literature review.
    Interpretation:

    Clinicians should consider MIRAGE syndrome in newborns with unexplained premature birth, growth restriction, and ambiguous genitalia, and may perform genetic testing for diagnosis, which can significantly influence management strategies.

    Limitations:
    • Limited number of documented cases of neonatal MIRAGE syndrome, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.
    • The study is based on a single case report, limiting the breadth of conclusions that can be drawn.
    Conclusion:

    The findings emphasize the importance of genetic testing in diagnosing MIRAGE syndrome in neonates with atypical presentations, which can lead to improved clinical outcomes.

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