Synonyms: Camptodactyly-overgrowth-unusual facies syndrome
Weaver syndrome (WVS) is a rare multisystem disorder characterized by tall stature a typical facial appearance (hypertelorism retrognathia) and variable intellectual disability. Additional features may include camptodactyly soft doughy skin umbilical hernia and a low hoarse cry.
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Advocacy Organizations
Child Growth Foundation
Child Growth Foundation (CGF) makes a difference wherever growth is a concern. We are the leading UK charity focusing on the support, understanding and management of rare growth conditions to improve the lives of children, adults and families affected.
PPP2CA Pathways
PPP2CA Pathways connects families, shares strength, and supports the research community in the search for answers to Houge-Janssens Syndrome type 3.
ReNU2 Foundation
ReNU2 Foundation supports families affected by RNU2-2-related neurodevelopmental disease. We foster collaboration, raise awareness, and advance research—pursuing a world where every family has testing, informed care, community, and treatment.
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.
Uganda Alliance of Patients Organization
Supporting patients to access quality, safe and patient-centered healthcare services.
Wave of Support, Inc
Empowering those affected by bleeding disorders and other rare disease through advocacy, resources, education, and support
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Clinical Trials
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