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Geleophysic Dysplasia

Topics Discussed:

acromicric dysplasia.

Sections:

At a Glance, Incidence and Genetic Inheritance, Pathophysiology, Clinical Aspects, Anesthetic Considerations, Other Conditions to Be Considered, References

Excerpt:

"Very rare disorder characterized by a child with happy face (gelios = happy, and physis = nature). This condition is believed to be a "focal" mucopolysaccharidosis. The presence of dysostosis-multiplex-like changes, predominantly in the hands and feet, associated with cardioand hepatomegaly has been reported. Right ventricular hypertrophy, severe mitral valve stenosis and aortic regurgitation as the patient ages has been observed...."

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