Liebenberg Syndrome
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What is the definition of Liebenberg Syndrome?

Liebenberg syndrome is a condition that is characterized by abnormal development of the elbows, wrists, and hands. Joint deformities (contractures) that limit the movement of these structures are common. The signs and symptoms and the severity of Liebenberg syndrome can vary among affected individuals.

What are the causes of Liebenberg Syndrome?

Liebenberg syndrome is caused by changes in a region of the long (q) arm of chromosome 5 near the PITX1 gene. The PITX1 gene provides instructions for making a protein that plays a critical role in the development of the legs and feet by regulating the activity of other genes involved in their development.

How prevalent is Liebenberg Syndrome?

Liebenberg syndrome is rare. Fewer than 1 in 1 million people are estimated to have this condition.

Is Liebenberg Syndrome an inherited disorder?

Liebenberg syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, which means that having a genetic change that affects the PITX1 gene on one copy of the chromosome in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder.

Who are the top Liebenberg Syndrome Local Doctors?
Experienced in Liebenberg Syndrome
Experienced in Liebenberg Syndrome

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Russi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liebenberg Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 125 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Chromosome 8p Deletion, and Chromosome 6q Duplication. Dr. Russi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Medical Genetics.

Experienced in Liebenberg Syndrome
Experienced in Liebenberg Syndrome

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates - Roosevelt Blvd

9815 Roosevelt Blvd, Ste N, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Buboltz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liebenberg Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Buboltz is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Liebenberg Syndrome
Orthopedics
Advanced in Liebenberg Syndrome
Orthopedics

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

1600 Rockland Road, 
Wilmington, DE 
Experience:
5+ years
Languages Spoken:
English

Jennifer Ty is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 5 years. Dr. Ty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Liebenberg Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Brachydactyly Type B, and Brachydactyly Type C. Dr. Ty is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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Published Date: January 05, 2026
Published By: National Institutes of Health