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What is the definition of Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly?

Hypoplasia of the tibia with polydactyly, also known as aplastic tibia with polydactyly, is a rare inherited (genetic) bone syndrome characterized by underdevelopment or incomplete development of the tibia bone (lower leg bone) and the presence of extra fingers or toes.

What are the symptoms of Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly?

Symptoms of hypoplasia of the tibia with polydactyly may include shortened or incompletely formed tibia (lower leg bone) and/or fibula (shinbone), extra fingers or toes or both, extra joints in thumbs, short stature, bowing of long bones, absent kneecaps, fusion of wrist bones, and heart abnormalities.

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What are the current treatments for Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly?

Treatment for the bone abnormalities associated with hypoplasia of the tibia with polydactyly may include the use of a prosthesis (artificial limb) or surgery. Extra fingers and toes associated with hypoplasia of the tibia with polydactyly are treated with amputation.

Who are the top Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly Local Doctors?

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Dr. Benjamin A. Alman

Pediatrics

Experienced in Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly

Dr. Benjamin A. Alman

Pediatrics

Duke Cancer Center

20 Duke Medicine Cir,

Durham, NC

919-681-6900

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Benjamin Alman is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Alman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Neurofibromatosis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Alman is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly

Dr. Robert K. Lark

Pediatrics

Experienced in Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly

Dr. Robert K. Lark

Pediatrics

Lenox Baker Children's Hospital

3000 Erwin Rd,

Durham, NC

855-855-6484

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Robert Lark is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Lark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Clubfoot, Polydactyly, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy. Dr. Lark is currently accepting new patients.

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Experienced in Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly

Dr. Nicholas E. Bruns

Pediatric Surgery

Experienced in Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly

Dr. Nicholas E. Bruns

Pediatric Surgery

Atrium Health Levine Children's Pediatric Surgery

1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 4115A,

Charlotte, NC

704-446-3350

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Nicholas Bruns is a Pediatric Surgeon in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Bruns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Atresia, Meckel's Diverticulum, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bruns is currently accepting new patients.