Diastrophic dysplasia
Synonyms: Diastrophic dwarfism
A rare disorder marked by short stature with short extremities (final adult height is 120cm +/- 10cm) and joint malformations leading to multiple joint contractures (principally involving the shoulders elbows interphalangeal joints and hips).
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Diastrophic dysplasia?
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Advocacy Organizations
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia
Provide information, support and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or rare genetic condition.
The Chandler Project
The Chandler Project brings awareness and shines a light on transformative research surrounding achondroplasia and other skeletal dysplasias by offering support to a global community and network of patients, parents, and caregivers seeking information on scientific discoveries, pharmaceutical advancements and surgical treatment options.
Clinical Trials
For a list of clinical trials in this disease area, please click here.