Angel shaped phalangoepiphyseal dysplasia

Synonyms

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Overview

Angel shaped phalangoepiphyseal dysplasia (ASPED) is a rare genetic bone development disorder characterized mainly by an unusual angel-shaped ends of some bones (fingers and hips) which leads to early osteoarthritis.

Symptoms

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Hypodontia
  • Short stature
  • Early hip osteoarthritis
  • Hip pain
  • Hyperextensible fingers
  • Retarded bone age
  • Delayed primary tooth eruption
  • Persistent primary lower incisors
  • Irregular epiphyses
  • Wide joint spaces
  • Premature osteoarthritis of fingers
  • Short fingers

Resources

  • NIH