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The pur-\u03b1 protein plays a vital role in normal brain development. The estimated incidence of PURA syndrome is 1 in 1,000,000, and as of 2024, approximately 706 cases of the syndrome have been identified worldwide.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Aim of study<\/jats:title><jats:p>The aim of the study was to present a case description of PURA syndrome and the genetic basis of the neurodevelopmental disorder in a 15-year-old girl.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Case report<\/jats:title><jats:p>This manuscript presents the case of a 15-year-old girl of Polish descent diagnosed with PURA syndrome through genetic testing. She was admitted to the Department of Orthopedics and Spine Surgery at the Medical University of Gdansk for surgical treatment of advanced idiopathic scoliosis caused by a postural defect.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>PURA syndrome is a rare genetic condition that requires further research and observation. Although it shares many clinical features with other neurological disorders, certain symptoms\u2014such as speech disorders, the ability to follow and execute simple commands, and an excessive acoustic reaction to surprises\u2014should raise suspicion of this condition. 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