Pterygium Colli Syndrome

Pterygium Colli Syndrome

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Bone, Muscle, & Joint
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Contributed byMaulik P. Purohit MD MPHApr 01, 2018

The topic Pterygium Colli Syndrome you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Multiple Pterygium Syndrome.

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  • Multiple Pterygium Syndrome (MPS) is a very rare congenital disorder, which is mainly characterized by the lack of muscle movement and the presence of webbing (pterygia) of skin in the joint region, observed before birth of the baby
  • The presence of webbing of skin surrounding the joints, results in poor joint movement and abnormal joint configuration. Due to this, there is difficulty in flexing/extending the joints of the arms and legs

Based upon the severity of signs and symptoms Multiple Pterygium Syndrome is classified into two types:

  • Escobar Variant of Multiple Pterygium Syndrome (EVMPS or Escobar type), which usually has milder signs and symptoms.This condition does not worsen after birth, and the affected individuals typically do not have muscle weaknesses, later in life
  • The second type with more severe signs and symptoms is called Lethal Multiple Pterygium Syndrome (LMPS);a condition that usually causes still birth, or death of the baby, soon after birth

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

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