Familial partial lipodystrophy, Köbberling type
Synonyms: FPLD1 | Familial partial lipodystrophy type 1
Familial partial lipodystrophy Köbberling type is a very rare form of familial partial lipodystrophy (FPLD; see this term) of unknown etiology characterized by lipoatrophy that is confined to the limbs and a normal or increased fat distribution of the face neck and trunk. Arterial hypertension and diabetes have also been associated. Inheritance is thought to be autosomal dominant.
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