Neonatal Noonan syndrome with acute kidney injury and systemic capillary leak syndrome caused by a RIT1 variant: a case report and literature review - Takeaways - MDSpire

Neonatal Noonan syndrome with acute kidney injury and systemic capillary leak syndrome caused by a RIT1 variant: a case report and literature review

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  • Chunfang Gao

  • Fanli Kong

  • Xuwei Tao

  • July 9, 2026

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    A neonate with Noonan syndrome was identified with a RIT1 c.247A>C variant, presenting with acute kidney injury and systemic capillary leak syndrome.

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    Whole-exome sequencing confirmed a de novo heterozygous RIT1 variant, which significantly enhanced phosphorylation of key signaling proteins.

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    Among 54 reported RIT1-associated Noonan syndrome cases, the p.Thr83Pro variant was found in 3.7% and was unique for its association with AKI and SCLS.

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    The neonate's clinical features included progressive AKI, systemic capillary leak syndrome, refractory chylothorax, and a large patent ductus arteriosus.

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    The study emphasizes the potential life-threatening nature of RIT1-associated Noonan syndrome in neonates, highlighting the need for early genetic testing.

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