Pular para o conteúdo principal

Asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy

Asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy, also known as Jeune syndrome, is an inherited disorder of bone growth characterised by a narrow chest, short ribs, shortened bones in the arms and legs, short stature, and extra fingers and toes (polydactyly). Additional skeletal abnormalities can include unusually shaped collarbones (clavicles) and pelvic bones, and and cone-shaped ends of the long bones in the arms and legs. Many infants with this condition are born with an extremely narrow, bell-shaped chest that can restrict the growth and expansion of the lungs. Life-threatening problems with breathing result, and people with asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy may live only into infancy or early childhood. However, in people who survive beyond the first few years, the narrow chest and related breathing problems can improve with age.

Descrição

Asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy, also known as Jeune syndrome, is an inherited disorder of bone growth characterised by a narrow chest, short ribs, shortened bones in the arms and legs, short stature, and extra fingers and toes (polydactyly). Additional skeletal abnormalities can include unusually shaped collarbones (clavicles) and pelvic bones, and and cone-shaped ends of the long bones in the arms and legs. Many infants with this condition are born with an extremely narrow, bell-shaped chest that can restrict the growth and expansion of the lungs. Life-threatening problems with breathing result, and people with asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy may live only into infancy or early childhood. However, in people who survive beyond the first few years, the narrow chest and related breathing problems can improve with age.

Some people with asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy are born with less severe skeletal abnormalities and have only mild breathing difficulties, such as rapid breathing or shortness of breath. These individuals may live into adolescence or adulthood. After infancy, people with this condition may develop life-threatening kidney (renal) abnormalities that cause the kidneys to malfunction or fail. Heart defects and a narrowing of the airway (subglottic stenosis) are also possible. Other, less common features of asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy include liver disease, fluid-filled sacs (cysts) in the pancreas, dental abnormalities, and an eye disease called retinal dystrophy that can lead to vision loss.

Padrões de herança

The source lists the following possible inheritance patterns: Autosomal recessive. More than one pattern can apply in different cases.

Other names

Asphyxiating thoracic chondrodystrophy

Asphyxiating thoracic dysplasia

ATD

Chondroectodermal dysplasia-like syndrome

Infantile thoracic dystrophy

Jeune syndrome

Jeune thoracic dysplasia

Jeune thoracic dystrophy

Thoracic asphyxiant dystrophy

Thoracic-pelvic-phalangeal dystrophy

Related patient information and medicines

Câncer de pulmão

Patient information leaflet

Câncer de pulmão

It can sometimes result in remission of the can... It may, however, also be used in addition to surgery or chemotherapy. Radiotherapy is sometimes given to the head (known as prophylactic cranial radiotherapy) to reduce the risk of the cancer spreading to the brain in people with SCLC. Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is a treatment of cancer by using.

Gases sanguíneos arteriais

Patient information leaflet

Gases sanguíneos arteriais

An arterial blood gas (ABG) test is a quick and reliable blood test which can help medical professionals determine the diagnosis and treatment required. There are many reasons why this might happen. For example, this may be because of a neurological or muscular disease - myasthenia gravis , Guillain-Barré syndrome , muscular dystrophy , or a.

Testes genéticos

Patient information leaflet

Testes genéticos

Always follow the instructions given by your doctor ou local hospital. What are DNA, genes and chromosomes. Different types of cells form the different structures of the body, including skin, muscles, nerves and also organs such as the liver and kidneys. In the centre (nucl... Fluorescent in situ hybridisation (FISH) analysis - this test looks at.

Dispraxia

Patient information leaflet

Dispraxia

Developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a common condition which mainly affects motor co-ordination - the way the body organises and carries out movement-related tasks. Dyspraxia occurs... They often go together, with some studies suggesting that as many as half of children with dyslexia also have dyspraxia..

Fraqueza muscular

Patient information leaflet

Fraqueza muscular

It can happen, for example, following a stroke. It is also seen in a condition called distrofia muscular (discussed further below). Both of these conditions result in weakened muscles which cannot move the usual load. It's a real change in muscle power. Muscle tiredness This is sometimes called asthenia. It is a sense of weariness or exhaustion.

Cardiomiopatia dilatada

Patient information leaflet

Cardiomiopatia dilatada

Em dilated cardiomyopathy, the heart muscle becomes stretched and thin. The ventricles then enlarge (dilate) because their muscular walls have become weak and floppy. This means the heart does not pump blood as strongly as normal. These changes often start in the left ventricle (the part of the heart which pumps blood around most of the body), and.

Leitura adicional e referências

Histórico do artigo

As informações nesta página são escritas e revisadas por clínicos qualificados.
  • 18 de ago de 2020 | Última versão
  • 1 May 2015 | Publicado originalmente

Participe da conversa

Compartilhe seus pensamentos ou experiências com outros em nosso comunidades de pacientes.

Aviso: The views expressed in the community do not represent medical advice. For any health concerns, consult your GP or healthcare provider.
verificador de elegibilidade para gripe

Pergunte, compartilhe, conecte-se.

Navegue por discussões, faça perguntas e compartilhe experiências em centenas de tópicos de saúde.

Inscreva-se no boletim informativo do Patient

Sua dose semanal de conselhos de saúde claros e confiáveis - escritos para ajudá-lo a se sentir informado, confiante e no controle.

Por favor, insira um endereço de e-mail válido

Ao se inscrever, você aceita nossos Política de Privacidade. Você pode cancelar a inscrição a qualquer momento. Nunca vendemos seus dados.