Acrodysostosis
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When a child has short stature, short hands and feet with broad fingers, and distinctive facial features, it is worth considering a specialized evaluation: acrodysostosis is a rare bone development disorder that produces this kind of abnormality.
What it is: It is a genetic condition that affects the shape and growth of the bones, especially in the limbs, and is sometimes accompanied by developmental difficulties.
Signs that point to it: Short fingers, stiff joints, and differences in growth that are usually noticed in childhood.
Whom to see? The pediatrician can coordinate the initial evaluation, drawing on the orthopedist and the hand surgeon depending on the manifestations. In the presence of these signs, a timely professional evaluation is advisable.
Data on 34 doctors who treat acrodysostosis
Which specialist treats acrodysostosis?
Acrodysostosis is a genetic disorder that affects the growth of bones, hands, and feet. An orthopedist evaluates the bone abnormalities, and a pediatrician is involved in the child's diagnosis and follow-up. If your child has short hands or feet along with short stature, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acrodysostosis
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Dr. Christian Jonathan Ventoledo López
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Michel Villatoro Villar
Dr. José Alberto Flores Hernández
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Luis Daniel Ramos Montes
Frequently asked questions
What is acrodysostosis?
When a child has short stature, short hands and feet with broad fingers, and distinctive facial features, it is worth considering a specialized evaluation: acrodysostosis is a rare bone development disorder that produces this kind of abnormality.
Which doctor treats acrodysostosis?
Acrodysostosis is a genetic disorder that affects the growth of bones, hands, and feet. An orthopedist evaluates the bone abnormalities, and a pediatrician is involved in the child's diagnosis and follow-up. If your child has short hands or feet along with short stature, see one of these specialists.