Aplasia Cutis Congenita with Terminal Transverse Limb Defects

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Bone, Muscle, & Joint

Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 15, 2018

The topic Aplasia Cutis Congenita with Terminal Transverse Limb Defects you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Adams Oliver Syndrome.

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Adams Oliver Syndrome (AOS) is a very rare disorder that causes scalp, skull, and limb abnormalities. This disorder has variable penetrance, meaning that the disorder manifestation (such as the presence of physical defects, other signs and symptoms) is variable in each individual
According to National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), this genetic disorder has been reported to be running in multiple members of same families for more than one generation
The treatment of the condition is supportive with surgical management of the defects; it requires a specialized medical team. The prognosis of Adams Oliver Syndrome is variable and depends on its severity

Please find comprehensive information on Adams Oliver Syndrome regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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