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Complications may include [[scoliosis]], [[lung hypoplasia]] leading to respiratory problems, [[growth retardation]], [[midfacial hemangioma]], facial and jaw deformities, respiratory problems, and abdominal hernias. | Complications may include [[scoliosis]], [[lung hypoplasia]] leading to respiratory problems, [[growth retardation]], [[midfacial hemangioma]], facial and jaw deformities, respiratory problems, and abdominal hernias. | ||
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Individuals with AMC require vigorous therapy and surgical intervention. This however depends on severity. | === Prognosis === | ||
Individuals with AMC require vigorous therapy and surgical intervention. This however depends on severity. Since AMC is not a progressive disorder though, there are also positive factors as well including normal cognition and speech and a potential for functional mobility leading to a productive and independent lifestyle, adapting to specific situations as required by the individuals particular symptom.<ref>Hall JG. Amyoplasia, the most common type of Arthrogryposis: the potential for good outcome. Pediatrics. 1996;97:225-231.</ref> | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Arthrogryposis natural history, complications and prognosis
Complications
Complications may include scoliosis, lung hypoplasia leading to respiratory problems, growth retardation, midfacial hemangioma, facial and jaw deformities, respiratory problems, and abdominal hernias.
Prognosis
Individuals with AMC require vigorous therapy and surgical intervention. This however depends on severity. Since AMC is not a progressive disorder though, there are also positive factors as well including normal cognition and speech and a potential for functional mobility leading to a productive and independent lifestyle, adapting to specific situations as required by the individuals particular symptom.[1]
References
- ↑ Hall JG. Amyoplasia, the most common type of Arthrogryposis: the potential for good outcome. Pediatrics. 1996;97:225-231.