Synonyms: EDS V | Ehlers-Danlos syndrome type 5 | X-linked EDS
A rare systemic disease characterized by a severe phenotype in all male patients combining abnormality of connective tissue typical for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (including joint hypermobility scoliosis soft and doughy skin hyperextensible skin abnormal scarring facial peculiarities and generalized hypotonia among others) and eventually lethal congestive heart failure due to polyvalvular disease. Female carriers are affected to a variable degree.
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Advocacy Organizations
Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes New Zealand
Our Mission is to improve the wellbeing of those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes/Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders in Aotearoa New Zealand by raising awareness, improving knowledge by health professionals and providing support to patients.
Myhre Syndrome Foundation
We aim to safely bring the best possible treatments to the Myhre syndrome community. We’re building tools to test a wide range of therapies—from existing drugs to DNA repair.
Pathways To Trust
To elevate the patient's voice to increase access to care and eliminate bias by bringing stakeholders together.
The Marfan Foundation
The Marfan Foundation is a nonprofit organization that saves lives and improves the quality of life of individuals with genetic aortic and vascular conditions including Marfan, Loeys-Dietz, and Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.
Wave of Support, Inc
Empowering those affected by bleeding disorders and other rare disease through advocacy, resources, education, and support
Zebra CARE Initiative
To bring Charity, Access, Research, and Education (CARE) through and beyond the rare disease, disabled, and medically complex communities for a more inclusive and accessible medical system.
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Clinical Trials
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