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Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia 4



Other Names:
Epiphyseal dysplasia multiple 4; EDM4; Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia, autosomal recessive; Epiphyseal dysplasia multiple 4; EDM4; Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia, autosomal recessive; Autosomal recessive multiple epiphyseal dysplasia; Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia with clubfoot; Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia with double-layered patella; Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia with bilayered patellae See More
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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
1%-4% of people have these symptoms
Double-layered patella 0031174
Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO
Arthralgia
Joint pain
0002829
Autosomal recessive inheritance 0000007
Brachydactyly
Short fingers or toes
0001156
Epiphyseal dysplasia
Abnormal development of the ends of long bones in arms and legs
0002656
Flat capital femoral epiphysis
Flat end part of innermost thighbone
0003370
Hip dysplasia 0001385
Hypoplasia of the femoral head
Small head of thigh bone
0008802
Limited elbow flexion 0006376
Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia 0002654
Scoliosis 0002650
Short metacarpal
Shortened long bone of hand
0010049
Short stature
Decreased body height
Small stature
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0004322
Talipes equinovarus
Club feet
Club foot
Clubfeet
Clubfoot
[ more ]
0001762
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Last updated: 7/1/2020

Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. Healthcare professionals typically look at a person’s medical history, symptoms, physical exam, and laboratory test results in order to make a diagnosis. The following resources provide information relating to diagnosis and testing for this condition. If you have questions about getting a diagnosis, you should contact a healthcare professional.

Testing Resources

  • The Genetic Testing Registry (GTR) provides information about the genetic tests for this condition. The intended audience for the GTR is health care providers and researchers. Patients and consumers with specific questions about a genetic test should contact a health care provider or a genetics professional.

If you need medical advice, you can look for doctors or other healthcare professionals who have experience with this disease. You may find these specialists through advocacy organizations, clinical trials, or articles published in medical journals. You may also want to contact a university or tertiary medical center in your area, because these centers tend to see more complex cases and have the latest technology and treatments.

If you can’t find a specialist in your local area, try contacting national or international specialists. They may be able to refer you to someone they know through conferences or research efforts. Some specialists may be willing to consult with you or your local doctors over the phone or by email if you can't travel to them for care.

You can find more tips in our guide, How to Find a Disease Specialist. We also encourage you to explore the rest of this page to find resources that can help you find specialists.

Healthcare Resources


Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.

Organizations Supporting this Disease


These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.

In-Depth Information

  • The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
  • Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders. Each entry has 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. 
  • PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia 4. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.

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