Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type
What is Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type?
Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type is a variety of dwarfism. The primary areas affected by this type of dwarfism are the legs and arms. In patients with Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type these limbs are shortened.
What are the symptoms of Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type?
- Short stature
- Short lower legs and forearms
- Pug nose
- Dysplastic tubular bones in both feet and hands
What causes Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type?
The direct link to a genetic cause for Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type has not been established.
How is Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type diagnosed?
Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type is diagnosed by physical examination shortly after birth. The physical affects of the mutation that causes this type of dwarfism can be identified readily.
What are the treatments for Acromesomelic Dysplasia Campailla Martinelli Type?
There is no cure and treatment is confined to dealing with the patient’s particular symptoms.
