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Stickler Syndrome
Stickler syndrome, a genetic disorder, involves larger eyes, small nose and chin, cleft palate and joint issues. Craniofacial surgeons repair facial structure and palate. Orthopedic surgeons and rheumatologists treat bone and joints.
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T.A.R. Syndrome
Shriners Children physicians treat TAR syndrome, a rare disorder present at birth characterized by low levels of platelets in the blood and absence of the bones of the forearms.
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Bladder Exstrophy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Bladder-ExstrophyShriners Children's provides specialized care for children with bladder exstrophy and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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Growth Plate Injuries
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Growth-Plate-InjuriesGrowth plate injuries affect the developing tissues that define the length and shape of bones in adolescents. Shriners Children’s has the specialized expertise you can count on to know what steps are essential to your child’s recovery.
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Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency
Proximal femoral focal deficiency is a malformation in the hip joint and upper part of the femur (thigh bone). This malformation results in a difference in leg length and may cause gait abnormalities.
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Atypical Head Shape
A baby's soft skull may have an atypical head shape that is flattened, unevenly flat or cone shaped. Some resolve on their own. Shriners Children's evaluates and treats with molded helmets or headbands and physical therapy.
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Scalp Reconstructive Injuries
Shriners Children's offers treatment to improve the appearance of scars. This may include physical and occupational therapy, use of tissue expanders and/or complete surgical revision.
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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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Amputations
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/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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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Inflammatory-Bowel-DiseaseAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with inflammatory bowel disease and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.