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Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:

Overview

Overview

Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata is a form of chondrodysplasia punctata which present with rhizomelia.

Historical Perspective

Historical Perspective

Classification

Classification

Pathophysiology

Pathophysiology

Causes

Causes

Differentiating Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata from Other Diseases

Differentiating Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata from Other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Risk Factors

Screening

Screening

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Criteria

History and Symptoms

Physical Examination

Laboratory Findings

Imaging Findings

Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Treatment

Medical Therapy

Surgery

Prevention

See also

See also

External links
References

References

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