Module 58, General Medical Level

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An 11 year old white male presented with a diagnosis of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia (MED). Initially he presented with x-rays revealing mild genu valgum (image1) which progressed (image2) such that he required surgery. He had a supracondylar osteotomy which was performed in 1993 for genu valgum(image3).

Question 58A

MED is an inherited condition usually autosomal dominant.

Question 58B

Problem with knock knees as seen in this child are common.

Question 58C

This condition causes severe short stature with adult heights averaging 120 cm.

Question 58D

Severe restrictive pulmonary problems are often associated with this condition.

Question 58E

Learning disabilities are often associated with this condition.