Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
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What is the definition of Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome?
Spondylocarpotarsal synostosis (SCT) syndrome is an inherited syndrome characterized by disproportionate short stature, abnormalities of the vertebrae in the spine, scoliosis and lordosis, carpal and tarsal fusion (fusion of the bones in the hands and feet), clubfoot, and facial abnormalities such as round face, large forehead, and up-turned nostrils. Other features can include cleft palate, deafness, loose joints, and poor formation of tooth enamel. SCT syndrome has been associated with retinal anomalies and cataracts. However, these eye problems are usually not severe enough to impair vision. This condition is caused by genetic changes in the FLNB gene. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner in families, which means that parents are usually unaffected and children have to have inherited a genetic change from each parent.
What are the alternative names for Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome?
  • Spondylocarpotarsal synostosis syndrome
  • SCT
  • Scoliosis, congenital with unilateral unsegmented bar
  • Spondylocarpotarsal syndrome
  • Synspondylism congenital
  • Vertebral fusion with carpal coalition
Who are the top Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome Local Doctors?
Mary B. Deering
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
Pediatric Orthopedics | Orthopedics

Rocky Mountain Orthopedics Clinic

627 25 1/2 Road, 
Grand Junction, CO 
Experience:
27+ years
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Accepting New Patients

Dr. Deering earned her bachelor's degree in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and her medical degree from East Tennessee State University. Following her education, she moved to Jacksonville, Florida to complete a residency at the University of Florida.Dr. Deering feels lucky to be part of a dedicated team that strives to offer every patient and family the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. Dr. Deering and her team are proud to provide expertise in the areas of pediatric and adolescent orthopedics.As a pediatric and adolescent orthopedic surgeon as well as an orthopedic trauma surgeon, Dr. Deering is passionate about maintaining an excellent surgical practice for both adult and pediatric orthopedic needs, whether trauma or otherwise. Dr. Deering and her team run a Special Needs Clinic for children with Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, and many other unique problems. Dr. Deering is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Clubfoot, and Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.

Sarah C. Contrucci
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Radiology - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Contrucci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Scoliosis, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

 
 
 
 
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John K. Moran
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
Experienced in Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome

Reading Hospital

420 South 5th Avenue, 
West Reading, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Moran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Pleurisy.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center