Herrmann Opitz arthrogryposis syndrome
Overview
A very rare syndrome characterized mainly by contractures, skeletal abnormalities and short stature.
Symptoms
* Dislocated elbow * Short arms * Short legs * Short stature * Vertebral abnormalities * Rib abnormalities * Scoliosis * Asymmetrical face * Abnormal dermatoglyphics * Simian crease * Restricted joint mobility * High cheek bones * Large jaw * Cleft palate * Blepharophimosis * Chronic inflammatory lung disease * Curved fifth finger * Large ear * Abnormal hand bones * Clubfoot * Trigonocephaly * Abnormal skull shape * High forehead * Abnormal forearm bone * Flat eyebrows * Flat nose * Inguinal hernia
Diagnosis
signs and symptoms of Herrmann Opitz arthrogryposis syndrome may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Herrmann Opitz arthrogryposis syndrome symptoms.