Distal arthrogryposis type 10
Synonyms: DA10 | Plantar flexion contracture | Short Achilles tendon | Short tendo calcaneus
A rare genetic distal arthrogryposis syndrome characterized by plantar flexion contractures typically presenting with toe-walking in infancy variably associated with milder contractures of the hip elbow wrist and finger joints. No ocular or neurological abnormalities are associated and serum creatine phosphokinase levels are normal.
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