Perinatal lethal hypophosphatasia
Synonyms: Perinatal lethal Rathbun disease | Perinatal lethal phosphoethanolaminuria
A rare genetic form of hypophosphatasia (HPP) characterized by markedly impaired bone mineralization in utero due to reduced activity of serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and causing stillbirth or respiratory failure within days of birth.
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Advocacy Organizations
Genetic Support Network of Victoria
The Genetic Support Network of Victoria is an organisation that supports people living with genetic, undiagnosed and rare conditions and those who support them including community and families, patient support organisations, health professionals and industry. Our vision is our community flourishing and living their best lives.
Soft Bones
The mission of Soft Bones, Inc. is to provide valuable information, education and support for people living with hypophosphatasia (HPP), their families and caregivers. The Foundation promotes research of this rare bone disease through awareness and fundraising efforts.
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
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