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Apert Syndrome
Apert Syndrome, also known as acrocephalosyndactyly, is a genetic disorder that presents with deformities of the skull, face and limbs. Symptoms include a high forehead, underdeveloped upper jaw and wide-set eyes. Children can also have problems with their vision and teeth. Craniofacial specialists ...
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta or Brittle Bone Disease
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Osteogenesis-ImperfectaCommonly referred to as brittle bone disease, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare, permanent genetic disorder that prevents the building of strong bones.
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Lip Pits
Lip pits are moist pits or slits in the upper or lower lips that children are born with. They are usually harmless. Our craniofacial teams can evaluate them.
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Acondroplasia Care
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/AchondroplasiaShriners Children's offers comprehensive specialty care for children with dwarfism, including achondroplasia.
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Prominent Ears
Protruding ears occur when the folds of ear cartilage develop differently, causing the ear to stick out from the head. Shriners Children's offers non-surgical ear molding in infants and reconstructive surgery for older children.
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Patellar Instability
Patellar instability is a condition in the knee where the kneecap is unstable and moves out of place, or dislocates. Shriners Children’s treatment may include physical therapy, immobilization (casting) or surgery.
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Amputations
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/AmputationsAmputation due to trauma or as part of a treatment program can be a trying time for children and families, both physically and emotionally. At Shriners Children’s, our goal is to improve the function, mobility and independence of each child.
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Congenital Scoliosis
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Congenital-ScoliosisShriners Children's provides premium care to children with congenital scoliosis, which is a side to side curve in the spine present at birth.
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Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
Acromioclavicular joint separation (AC joint separation) is known as a separated shoulder. This frequent injury is a partial or complete separation of the two points of the shoulder. Treatment may include physical therapy or surgery.
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Jaw Deformities
Jaw deformities are an upper and/or lower jaw that is too big, too small, crooked or the wrong shape. It can affect eating, teeth development and speech. Shriners Children’s provides jaw surgery.