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Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata


Other Names:
RCDP; Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata
Subtypes:
Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata type 1; Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata type 2; Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata type 3
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Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata (RCDP) is a type of peroxisomal disorder which impairs the normal development of many parts of the body. It is characterized by shortening of the bones in the upper arms and thighs (rhizomelia). People with RCDP have very poor growth and often develop joint deformities (contractures) that make the joints stiff and painful. Other major features include distinctive facial features, intellectual disability, clouding of the lenses of the eyes (cataracts), heart defects, and respiratory problems.[1][2] There are 5 types of RCDP, classified according to the associated gene mutations:[2]

RCDP1 with PEX7 gene
RCDP2 with GNPAT gene
RCDP3 with AGPS gene
RCDP4 (peroxisomal fatty acyl-CoA reductase 1 disorder) with FAR1 gene
RCDP5 with PEX5 gene  

All these genes are involved in the formation and function of sac-like cell structures called peroxisomes that contain enzymes needed to break down many substances, including fatty acids known as plasmalogens.[1] Deficiency of plasmalogen affects bone growth.[2] Inheritance is autosomal recessive. There is no cure for RCDP. Treatment is  symptomatic and may include physiotherapy and orthopedic procedures, eye surgery, and nutritional plans. For example, RCDP1 patients may need diet restriction of phytanic acid.[2][3]




Last updated: 7/7/2017

This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.

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HPO ID
80%-99% of people have these symptoms
Abnormality of the dentition
Abnormal dentition
Abnormal teeth
Dental abnormality
[ more ] 		0000164
Abnormality of the metaphysis
Abnormality of the wide portion of a long bone
0000944
Cataract
Clouding of the lens of the eye
Cloudy lens
[ more ] 		0000518
Dry skin 0000958
Epicanthus
Eye folds
Prominent eye folds
[ more ] 		0000286
Epiphyseal stippling
Speckled calcifications in end part of bone
0010655
Ichthyosis 0008064
Microcephaly
Abnormally small skull
Decreased circumference of cranium
Decreased size of skull
Reduced head circumference
Small head circumference
[ more ] 		0000252
Rhizomelia
Disproportionately short upper portion of limb
0008905
Scoliosis 0002650
Sparse body hair 0002231
30%-79% of people have these symptoms
Flat face
Flat facial shape
0012368
Limitation of joint mobility
Decreased joint mobility
Decreased mobility of joints
Limited joint mobility
Limited joint motion
[ more ] 		0001376
Spina bifida occulta 0003298
5%-29% of people have these symptoms
Alopecia
Hair loss
0001596
Intellectual disability, severe
Early and severe mental retardation
Mental retardation, severe
Severe mental retardation
[ more ] 		0010864
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Last updated: 7/1/2020

Related diseases are conditions that have similar signs and symptoms. A health care provider may consider these conditions in the table below when making a diagnosis. Please note that the table may not include all the possible conditions related to this disease.

Conditions with similar signs and symptoms from Orphanet
The principle differential diagnosis is Zellweger syndrome (see this term).
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  • Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) lists the subtypes and associated genes for Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata in a table called Phenotypic Series. Each entry in OMIM includes a summary of related medical articles. It is meant for health care professionals and researchers. OMIM is maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
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  1. Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata. Genetics Home Reference. 2010; https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/rhizomelic-chondrodysplasia-punctata#inheritance.
  2. Duker AL, Niiler T, Eldridge G, Brereton NH, Braverman NE & Bober MB. Growth charts for individuals with rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata. Am J Med Genet Part A. 2017; 173A:108–113. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27616591.
  3. Braverman NE, Moser AB & Steinberg SJ. Rhizomelic Chondrodysplasia Punctata Type 1:. GeneReviews. 2012; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1270/.