Astley-Kendall dysplasia is a lethal skeletal dysplasia. “Lethal” here means most affected babies die before birth or in the newborn period. It is marked by very short arms and legs, fragile bones that can break easily (similar to osteogenesis imperfecta), and tiny specks of calcium inside growing cartilage called “punctate (stippled) calcifications.” These changes are usually seen during pregnancy by ultrasound and later on X-rays. Only a handful of cases have ever been described in the medical literature. monarchinitiative.org+3Genetic Rare Disease Center+3Orpha+3
Astley-Kendall dysplasia is a very rare genetic bone disorder. Babies have very short arms and legs (short-limb dwarfism), fragile bones like osteogenesis imperfecta, and “stippled” or spotty calcifications in the cartilage (chondrodysplasia punctata). The condition has been reported only a handful of times, and most affected pregnancies end as stillbirths or the baby dies soon after birth because the chest is small and the lungs cannot work well. There is no established cause gene, and no specific treatment is known. The diagnosis is made from ultrasound or X-ray findings and confirmed by expert review and exclusion of similar conditions. PubMed+3Genetic Rare Disease Center+3Orpha+3
Scientists consider it part of the family of skeletal dysplasias that combine features of chondrodysplasia punctata (stippled cartilage) and osteogenesis imperfecta (bone fragility). A classic case series described “a lethal skeletal dysplasia with features of chondrodysplasia punctata and osteogenesis imperfecta,” and used the label Astley-Kendall dysplasia. Because it is so rare, our knowledge is limited and still evolving. JMG
Other names
Astley-Kendall syndrome
Short-limbed dwarfism with extensive stippling
Astley-Kendall dysplasia (disorder)
All of these terms have been used in rare-disease catalogs and research databases to describe the same entity. CheckOrphan+2Semantic Scholar+2
Key facts in one glance
Extremely rare: Reported in fewer than ten cases in the literature and rare-disease catalogs. NCBI+1
Main features: Marked limb shortening, bone fragility like OI, and “stippling” (punctate calcifications) in cartilage. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
Outcome: Usually prenatal or early neonatal death due to severe skeletal abnormalities and small chest leading to breathing failure. Orpha+1
Cause: The exact genetic cause is not definitively established for Astley-Kendall dysplasia itself. Some research discusses overlap among lethal stippling/fragility disorders (for example, Greenberg dysplasia due to variants in LBR), but Astley-Kendall is not currently tied to a specific gene in authoritative summaries. JMG+1
Types
Because so few patients have been reported, doctors talk about phenotypic patterns rather than formal “types.” These patterns help families and clinicians understand what may be seen:
Classic lethal form (Astley-Kendall pattern): Severe limb shortening, multiple fractures, and widespread stippling; usually fatal before or soon after birth. Orpha
Overlap with chondrodysplasia punctata: Stippling is a major feature, with severe dwarfism and small chest; bone fragility may also be present. JMG
Overlap with osteogenesis imperfecta–like fragility: Multiple fractures and thin bones dominate, alongside stippling. JMG
“Intermediate” or mixed phenotypes reported in literature comparing lethal stippling syndromes: Some authors describe cases that sit between recognized entities, highlighting that these conditions form a spectrum. (This is an inference from comparative reviews of lethal skeletal dysplasias; specific “subtypes” of Astley-Kendall have not been formally established.) JMG+1
Causes
Important note: Reliable rare-disease references describe the clinical picture of Astley-Kendall dysplasia but do not confirm a single known gene for this exact label. The list below explains plausible or reported mechanisms across the closely related group of lethal skeletal dysplasias that combine stippling and bone fragility. It is offered to help readers understand what clinicians consider when investigating a case; it should not be read as a definitive list of proven causes for Astley-Kendall specifically.
Single-gene defects affecting cartilage/bone formation (general mechanism across many skeletal dysplasias). Orpha
Pathways that disturb endochondral ossification (how bone grows from cartilage). Orpha
Collagen abnormalities leading to brittle bones (by analogy with OI features). JMG
Metabolic errors that create stippled calcifications in developing cartilage (seen across chondrodysplasia punctata conditions). JMG
Cholesterol/sterol biosynthesis defects (established in Greenberg dysplasia; mentioned here only as a related mechanism within the lethal stippling spectrum). Frontiers
Lamin B receptor (LBR) pathway defects (cause Greenberg dysplasia; included to illustrate overlap discussed in comparative papers—not proven in Astley-Kendall). Frontiers
New/de novo variants emerging in the embryo (common across lethal skeletal dysplasias). Orpha
Autosomal recessive inheritance suspected in many lethal skeletal dysplasias with prenatal presentation. Orpha
Disruption of growth-plate chondrocyte maturation (general mechanism in dysplasias with stippling). JMG
Defects in matrix proteins that support cartilage mineralization. JMG
Abnormal mineral deposition leading to stippling foci (radiographic hallmark). Orpha
Thoracic cage under-development secondary to global skeletal growth failure (mechanistic contributor to respiratory failure). Orpha
Severe bone undermineralization causing “moth-eaten” radiographic appearance in lethal dysplasias (described in related conditions). Frontiers
Placental insufficiency secondary to severe fetal disease (association in some lethal skeletal dysplasias; not specific). Orpha
Hydrops fetalis as a downstream complication of severe dysplasia (reported across lethal skeletal dysplasias). Frontiers
Altered calcium handling in cartilage (general hypothesis for stippling). JMG
Sporadic cases without family history, reflecting the rarity and lethality. Orpha
Potential locus heterogeneity (different genes may cause similar radiographic patterns; inference from spectrum discussions). JMG
Undetected genetic variants despite current testing (a reality in ultra-rare disorders). Genetic Rare Disease Center
Environmental/teratogenic causes are not typical for Astley-Kendall dysplasia but can cause other forms of skeletal stippling; clinicians rule these out during evaluation. (Context from broader chondrodysplasia punctata literature.) JMG
Symptoms and signs
Because most cases are detected in pregnancy or soon after birth, “symptoms” are usually findings on scans or exam rather than things the baby can report:
Very short arms and legs (severe limb shortening/micromelia). This is usually obvious on prenatal ultrasound. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Small chest (narrow thorax). This can lead to severe breathing problems after birth. Orpha
Fragile bones with fractures. Bones may break before or during birth. JMG
Punctate (stippled) calcifications inside cartilage, seen on X-ray. Orpha
Under-mineralized, thin bones on imaging. JMG
Short body length and low birth weight for gestational age. Orpha
Abnormal skull shape or fontanelle size on imaging. Orpha
Spinal abnormalities, sometimes including stenosis (narrowing) in related lethal dysplasias. Frontiers
Hydrops fetalis (fluid in body compartments) in some lethal skeletal dysplasias. Frontiers
Poor lung development because the chest is small. Orpha
Reduced fetal movements reported in severe cases. (General feature in lethal skeletal dysplasias.) Orpha
Facial differences (nonspecific; may be noted by examiners). Orpha
Joint contractures or abnormal positioning. Orpha
Stillbirth or early neonatal death due to respiratory failure. CheckOrphan
Placental or cord findings may be normal or nonspecific; autopsy helps clarify the diagnosis. Orpha
Diagnostic tests
Goal: confirm the pattern of severe limb shortening + bone fragility + stippled cartilage, rule out mimics, and—if possible—identify an underlying gene through genetic testing. Because this condition is usually lethal, many tests are focused on prenatal imaging and post-delivery/post-loss investigations.
A) Physical exam (at birth or after delivery)
Newborn physical exam: Measures body length, limb proportions, chest size, and looks for fractures or deformities. Confirms severe skeletal involvement. Orpha
Anthropometric assessment: Head circumference, chest circumference, upper-to-lower segment ratio; supports the diagnosis of a disproportionate short-limb dysplasia. Orpha
Respiratory evaluation: Immediate assessment of breathing effort; many infants cannot breathe effectively due to a very small thorax. Orpha
B) “Manual”/bedside assessments (functional, non-lab, non-imaging)
Detailed dysmorphology review by a clinical geneticist: structured head-to-toe checklist to document pattern recognition signs of lethal skeletal dysplasia. Orpha
Family history and pedigree analysis: Looks for recurrence, consanguinity, or suggestive inheritance patterns common in lethal dysplasias. Orpha
Range-of-motion check for major joints (where feasible): documents fixed positions/contractures typical of severe prenatal skeletal disorders. Orpha
C) Laboratory and pathological tests
Chromosomal microarray (CMA): Screens for large deletions/duplications; often first-line in fetal anomalies, even though most lethal dysplasias are single-gene. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Gene panel for skeletal dysplasia / exome sequencing: Looks for variants across many relevant genes; may clarify overlap with other lethal stippling/fragility syndromes. (Astley-Kendall’s exact gene is unknown, so broad testing is typical.) Genetic Rare Disease Center
Triplet testing (trio exome): Testing the fetus/infant and both parents to identify de novo or recessive variants in related conditions. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Biochemical sterol analysis (selected cases): Used mainly when Greenberg dysplasia is suspected (LBR pathway); included here because of clinical overlap in the lethal stippling spectrum. Frontiers
Placental and fetal autopsy pathology: Histology of cartilage and bone to document stippling and undermineralization, strengthening the clinicoradiologic diagnosis. Orpha
D) Electrodiagnostic tests
Fetal/non-stress heart rate monitoring during labor (when applicable): not diagnostic for the dysplasia itself, but part of overall fetal assessment in high-risk pregnancies. (Electrodiagnostics have limited direct value for this disorder.) Orpha
Postnatal cardiorespiratory monitoring: Tracks breathing and heart function in the delivery room/NICU; again, supportive care rather than diagnostic of bone disease. Orpha
Note: Classic nerve-conduction or EMG tests are not used to diagnose this skeletal dysplasia; they are listed here only to clarify they have no role.
E) Imaging tests
Prenatal ultrasound (2nd–3rd trimester): Detects marked limb shortening, narrow chest, sometimes fractures, and other anomalies; often first clue. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Targeted high-resolution fetal ultrasound: Detailed measurements of long bones, thoracic circumference, and skull; serial scans track growth. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Fetal MRI (selected cases): Adds information about chest volume and lungs; can help counsel families on likely severity. Orpha
Postnatal skeletal survey (X-rays of the whole skeleton): Shows stippled calcifications in cartilage and bone fragility/fractures; confirms the radiographic pattern. Orpha
Targeted limb and spine X-rays: Clarify degree of undermineralization and spinal involvement described in lethal stippling/fragility spectra. JMG
CT of the chest/long bones (post-mortem or selected clinical cases): High-detail look at rib cage and long bones when X-rays are inconclusive. Orpha
3D radiographic reconstruction (post-mortem studies): Research-level tool to document skeletal architecture for diagnosis and counseling in ultra-rare disorders. Orpha
Non-pharmacological treatments (therapies and care options)
Important note: In this condition there is no disease-modifying therapy. The items below describe supportive, diagnostic, and palliative care that clinicians consider in rare, lethal skeletal dysplasias to ensure accuracy, family support, and comfort-focused care. Not every item will apply to every family. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
High-resolution prenatal ultrasound review
Purpose: Describe limb lengths, chest size, rib shape, skull and spine ossification, and look for cartilage “stippled” spots.
Mechanism: Imaging measures bone segments and detects calcification patterns characteristic of chondrodysplasia punctata-like disorders. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1Fetal MRI (selected centers)
Purpose: Clarify chest capacity and lung volumes to inform survival counseling.
Mechanism: MRI quantifies lung tissue and thoracic dimensions when ultrasound is limited. OrphaTargeted radiology consultation (skeletal dysplasia expert)
Purpose: Differentiate Astley-Kendall dysplasia from other lethal dysplasias (e.g., Greenberg, Schneckenbecken, campomelic) and from non-lethal punctate dysplasias.
Mechanism: Pattern recognition of ossification timing, rib/vertebral configuration, and distribution of stippling. Orpha+1Multidisciplinary case conference (maternal-fetal medicine, neonatology, genetics, radiology, palliative care)
Purpose: Build a shared plan, discuss likely outcomes, and coordinate birth planning.
Mechanism: Team review improves diagnostic confidence and aligns care with family values when prognosis is grim. Genetic Rare Disease CenterGenetic counseling (pre- and post-test)
Purpose: Explain diagnostic uncertainty, discuss optional gene panels/exome (to exclude better-defined dysplasias), and review recurrence counseling.
Mechanism: Risk assessment and informed consent for testing where yield is uncertain due to ultra-rarity. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1Delivery planning with perinatal palliative care
Purpose: Prepare a birth plan emphasizing comfort, bonding, and memory-making if life is expected to be very short.
Mechanism: Anticipatory guidance for respiratory failure risk from hypoplastic thorax. Genetic Rare Disease CenterComfort-focused neonatal care (if born alive)
Purpose: Provide warmth, gentle handling, pain relief, and family time while avoiding burdensome interventions unlikely to change outcome.
Mechanism: Symptom-targeted measures rather than invasive ventilation in a condition with non-survivable thoracic insufficiency. Genetic Rare Disease CenterPain and distress assessment protocols
Purpose: Recognize discomfort from fractures or handling.
Mechanism: Validated neonatal comfort scales guide non-drug and, if needed, small-dose analgesia (see drug section caveat). Genetic Rare Disease CenterFragility-aware handling and positioning
Purpose: Reduce risk of fractures and skin injury.
Mechanism: Use soft supports, minimal pressure, and careful turning due to osteogenesis-imperfecta-like bone fragility. Genetic Rare Disease CenterLactation and family-bonding support
Purpose: Enable skin-to-skin contact, mementos, and memory-making consistent with the parents’ wishes.
Mechanism: Non-pharmacologic comfort care emphasizes quality of time together. Genetic Rare Disease CenterSpiritual care and psychosocial support
Purpose: Address grief, meaning, and cultural needs before and after delivery.
Mechanism: Integrating chaplaincy and mental-health support improves family well-being. Genetic Rare Disease CenterEthics consultation (as needed)
Purpose: Clarify appropriate scope of interventions given lethal prognosis.
Mechanism: Align care with best interests and family values when invasive support is unlikely to help. Genetic Rare Disease CenterBereavement follow-up
Purpose: Offer structured grief counseling and follow-up appointments.
Mechanism: Evidence from perinatal loss programs supports ongoing support to reduce complicated grief. Genetic Rare Disease CenterPathology/radiology postnatal review (with consent)
Purpose: Confirm diagnosis via skeletal survey and, if permitted, limited tissue studies; helps future counseling.
Mechanism: Postnatal imaging shows the signature stippling and fractures reported in case literature. PubMedFamily support groups and rare-disease networks
Purpose: Connect parents with communities and resources for perinatal loss and rare skeletal dysplasias.
Mechanism: Navigation via GARD/Orphanet/Global Genes. Genetic Rare Disease Center+2Orpha+2Future pregnancy planning
Purpose: Discuss early detailed ultrasound and, when appropriate, genetic testing to rule out better-defined dysplasias.
Mechanism: High-risk obstetric pathways for early detection in subsequent pregnancies. Genetic Rare Disease CenterDocumentation of a clear “goals-of-care” plan
Purpose: Ensure all teams follow the same comfort-focused plan at delivery.
Mechanism: Written plans reduce unwanted escalation. Genetic Rare Disease CenterPractical supports (social work, logistics)
Purpose: Help with leave, transport, and funeral planning.
Mechanism: Social services reduce administrative burdens during crisis. Genetic Rare Disease CenterClinical photography (with consent)
Purpose: Provide keepsakes; may aid expert diagnostic review.
Mechanism: Non-invasive documentation of external features. PubMedEnrollment in registries or research (if offered)
Purpose: Contribute de-identified data to improve recognition of this ultra-rare disorder.
Mechanism: Natural-history data help clarify differential diagnoses and inheritance. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Drug treatments
Because Astley-Kendall dysplasia is uniformly lethal in reported cases, medications cannot change its course. Published guidance focuses on diagnosis, counseling, and comfort. Analgesics or sedatives may be used in tiny, carefully titrated doses purely to relieve distress if a baby survives briefly; however, dosing is individualized and managed by neonatology/palliative teams. Below, I explain the principles of symptom-directed medications (not a prescription) to clarify what clinicians sometimes consider in comparable lethal skeletal dysplasias. There is no evidence for any drug to repair cartilage stippling, bone fragility, or thoracic hypoplasia in this entity. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
Key takeaway: If a baby is expected to die shortly after birth because the chest is too small for breathing, medications are limited to comfort (e.g., pain relief). Families and clinicians should avoid burdensome interventions that do not improve survival or comfort. Genetic Rare Disease Center
(Given your request for “20 drugs” with class/dose/timing: providing invented dosing would be unsafe and misleading for a lethal neonatal condition with no trials. Instead, here are principle-based examples of classes that may be used only for comfort, always individualized by specialists. This respects evidence and patient safety.)
Oral sucrose for procedural comfort – brief analgesia for heel sticks; mechanism: sweet-taste endogenous opioid pathways; neonatal palliative practice. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Acetaminophen – mild pain/fever control; mechanism: central COX modulation; used in tiny neonatal doses as per NICU protocols. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Opioid (e.g., morphine) – for significant pain or air hunger; mechanism: μ-opioid receptor; titrated micro-doses with monitoring. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Benzodiazepine (e.g., midazolam) – anxiety/distress relief; mechanism: GABA-A modulation; cautious NICU use. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Topical anesthetic (e.g., lidocaine-prilocaine) for procedures – local analgesia; mechanism: sodium-channel blockade. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Antisecretory/anticholinergic (e.g., glycopyrrolate) – reduce terminal secretions; mechanism: muscarinic blockade. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Oxygen for comfort (not life-prolongation) – alleviates dyspnea sensation; mechanism: improves saturation subjectively; used without escalation. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Antiemetic (e.g., ondansetron) – if distressing vomiting; mechanism: 5-HT3 blockade. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Antipyretics for fever – acetaminophen protocols; see above. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Lubricant eye care – tears/ointment for comfort if exposure; mechanism: surface protection. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Topical barrier creams – skin protection; mechanism: reduce moisture injury. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Vitamin K at birth (standard neonatal) – bleeding prevention; mechanism: clotting factor activation; routine unless declined. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Low-dose antireflux meds (if severe reflux discomfort) – mechanism: acid suppression; case-by-case. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Oral swabs for dryness – comfort; mechanism: mucosal hydration. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Topical analgesics for line sites – see #5. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Anticonvulsant (e.g., phenobarbital) – only if seizures occur and comfort is a goal; mechanism: GABAergic. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Antibiotics – not routine; only if clear infection is causing distress and treatment aligns with comfort goals. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Antipruritics/emollients – for skin comfort. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Opioid-benzodiazepine combination – occasionally for refractory air hunger, carefully titrated. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Naloxone on hand – safety reversal if oversedation compromises comfort goals. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Again: these are principles, not prescriptions. Precise drug, dose, and timing are individualized by NICU/palliative specialists in discussion with the family’s goals of care. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Dietary molecular supplements
There is no evidence that any vitamin, mineral, or supplement alters survival or bone formation in Astley-Kendall dysplasia. For pregnancies carrying an affected fetus, standard prenatal nutrition applies to the mother; supplements do not change the baby’s skeletal outcome in this condition. Any product claiming to “reverse” cartilage stippling or osteogenesis-imperfecta-like fragility in this syndrome is unsupported. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
If families still wish to discuss general maternal nutrition (not treatment), clinicians usually cover: prenatal folate, iron (if deficient), vitamin D within recommended ranges, calcium as per dietary reference intake, iodine, and avoidance of megadoses—all for maternal health, not to treat the fetus. Decisions should follow obstetric guidance. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Immunity-booster / regenerative / stem-cell drugs
No “immune-boosting,” regenerative, or stem-cell drug has evidence in Astley-Kendall dysplasia. Offering or seeking such interventions outside a formal, IRB-approved research protocol would be unethical and potentially harmful. Families should be protected from unproven, costly, or invasive “cures.” Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
Surgeries
Surgery cannot enlarge a severely underdeveloped chest or reverse the underlying skeletal pattern in Astley-Kendall dysplasia. In comparable lethal skeletal dysplasias, surgery is not recommended because it does not improve survival and may add suffering. If a baby is born alive, care is comfort-focused; invasive ventilation, chest expansion procedures, or fracture fixation are usually not aligned with goals of care. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
Preventions
Because no cause gene is established, primary prevention is not available. “Prevention” in this context means preventing confusion, unnecessary procedures, and avoidable suffering:
Early referral to a fetal-skeletal-dysplasia center for detailed imaging.
Expert radiology review to avoid mislabeling as another condition.
Genetic counseling to set realistic expectations about test yield.
A written, shared birth plan emphasizing comfort.
Avoiding invasive procedures that don’t change outcome.
Gentle handling to prevent fractures.
Clear documentation of do-not-escalate orders when chosen by the family.
Postnatal radiographic confirmation (with consent) to aid accurate future counseling.
Psychosocial and bereavement support to prevent complicated grief.
Connecting with rare-disease resources (GARD/Orphanet/Global Genes) to prevent isolation. Genetic Rare Disease Center+2Orpha+2
When to see doctors
During pregnancy: See maternal-fetal medicine whenever ultrasound shows very short limbs, small ribcage, or cartilage stippling. Early expert review improves diagnosis and birth planning. Genetic Rare Disease Center
If considering further testing: Meet a genetic counselor to discuss optional gene panels/exome to exclude better-defined dysplasias (yield may be limited for this entity). Orpha
At delivery: Ensure neonatology and perinatal palliative care are present to honor a comfort-focused plan. Genetic Rare Disease Center
After loss: Follow up with genetics for recurrence counseling and with bereavement services for emotional support. Genetic Rare Disease Center
What to eat and what to avoid
There is no special diet that treats Astley-Kendall dysplasia. For the mother, follow standard obstetric nutrition: balanced meals; routine prenatal vitamins; avoid vitamin megadoses and non-prescribed supplements that promise fetal “bone strengthening.” For the newborn (if briefly alive), feeding is guided by comfort; some babies may not be able to feed safely, and comfort measures (e.g., oral swabs) may be chosen instead. Always follow the care team’s advice. Genetic Rare Disease Center
Frequently asked questions
Is Astley-Kendall dysplasia the same as osteogenesis imperfecta?
No. It includes fragile bones like OI but also has distinctive “stippled” cartilage calcifications and short limbs; it is classified as a lethal skeletal dysplasia. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1How rare is it?
Only a handful of cases have been reported in the medical literature and rare-disease registries. Global Genes+1What is the typical outcome?
Sadly, most pregnancies end in stillbirth or the baby dies soon after birth from breathing failure due to a very small chest. Genetic Rare Disease CenterCan genetic testing confirm it?
A single causative gene has not been established; testing is used mainly to exclude other, better-defined dysplasias. OrphaWhat imaging findings support the diagnosis?
Short limbs, punctate (stippled) calcifications in cartilage, fragile bones/fractures, small ribcage; an expert radiologist compares these patterns with similar disorders. PubMedIs there any cure or disease-modifying therapy?
No. Care is diagnostic, counseling, and comfort-focused. Genetic Rare Disease CenterShould we plan for intensive care or surgery?
Intensive or surgical care does not change outcome in this lethal pattern; teams discuss a comfort-focused plan tailored to family values. Genetic Rare Disease CenterCould supplements help?
There is no evidence that supplements alter the baby’s bones or survival in this condition. Avoid products claiming cures. Genetic Rare Disease CenterHow is it different from Greenberg or Schneckenbecken dysplasia?
These are distinct lethal dysplasias with different hallmark imaging patterns and, for Greenberg, a known gene (LBR). Expert review is needed to tell them apart. ResearchGate+1Are there research studies?
Because cases are ultra-rare, research is limited, but registries and case reports contribute to knowledge. Ask your center about contributions that align with your wishes. Genetic Rare Disease CenterDoes this recur in future pregnancies?
True recurrence risk is uncertain without a known gene; early detailed ultrasound and, if indicated, genetic testing in future pregnancies are recommended. Genetic Rare Disease CenterWho should be on our care team?
Maternal-fetal medicine, genetics, neonatology, palliative care, radiology, social work/psychology, and spiritual care as desired. Genetic Rare Disease CenterCan we get a second opinion?
Yes—centers experienced in skeletal dysplasias (often via referral networks listed by GARD/Orphanet/Global Genes) can review imaging and records. Genetic Rare Disease Center+2Orpha+2Where can we read the original case description?
A classic case report is in Journal of Medical Genetics (1998) describing features that define the entity. JMG+1How can we protect our family from misinformation?
Rely on recognized rare-disease resources and your medical team; be cautious of websites promising cures or selling unproven therapies. Genetic Rare Disease Center+1
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