Spondylometaphyseal dysplasia with dentinogenesis imperfecta

Overview

Spondylometaphyseal dysplasia with dentinogenesis imperfecta: A rare skeletal disorder involving abnormal bone development. The condition is characterized by abnormal growth of long bones, loose joints and tooth enamel abnormalities. The shortness in the arms and legs occurs mainly in the middle bones such as the forearm and lower leg bones.

Symptoms

* Loose joints * Short arms * Short legs * Dwarfism * Osteoporosis * Vertebral abnormalities

Causes

* Dwarfism * Loose joints * Osteoporosis * Short arms * Short legs * Vertebral abnormalities