Chondrodysplasia punctata

Case contributed by Iqbal Naseem
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Short stature.

Patient Data

Age: 4 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

 There are innumerable punctate calcific deposits in all epiphysis.

Case Discussion

The appearances are most compatible with chondrodysplasia punctata.

Chondrodysplasia punctata can be divided into rhizomelic type and non rhizomelic (Conradi-Hunnerman type). Spectrum varies from lethal to non lethal type with variable inheritance ranging from autosomal to X-linked recessive type. Calcific stippling of cartilage and peri-articular soft tissues is often a common feature.

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