Acromesomelic dysplasia

Acromesomelic dysplasia is a rare skeletal disorder that causes abnormal bone and cartilage development, leading to shortening of the forearms, lower legs, hands, feet, fingers, and toes. Five different genetic mutations have been implicated. Treatment is individualized but is generally aimed at palliating symptoms, for example, treatment of kyphosis and lumbar hyperlordosis.[1]

References

  1. ↑ "Acromesomelic Dysplasia - NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders)". Retrieved 2015-09-19.
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