Acro coxo mesomelic dysplasia

Overview

A rare inherited form of dwarfism characterized mainly by shortening of the middle and end parts of the limbs.

Symptoms

  • Dwarfism
  • Short limbs
  • Clubhand
  • Clubfoot
  • Short fingers
  • Malformed fingers
  • Reduced elbow mobility
  • Reduced hip mobility
  • Dislocated elbow
  • Delayed bone age
  • Curved forearm bone
  • Clinodactyly
  • Short malformed toes
  • Dislocated hips
  • Dysplastic hips
  • Underdeveloped femoral head

Treatment

There is no specific treatment for this disorder.