Treating Campomelic Dysplasia
Campomelic dysplasia is a rare condition that involves bending of the bones. Although it is considered genetic, it is actually more common for two parents with no history to conceive a child with campomelic dysplasia. This is because it results from a new mutation that happens during conception. Anyone with an autosomal dominant genetic disorder has a 50/50 chance of passing on a genetic disorder such as this one. Symptoms of this condition include hip dislocation, club feet, eleven pairs of ribs, large head compared to body size, a cleft palate, and a small lower jaw. The genitalia is affected in many cases, with the external genitalia looking neither female or male. Additionally, the internal reproductive organs may not match the external genitalia. Learn about how campomelic dysplasia is treated now.