Dahlberg Borer Newcomer syndrome

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Dahlberg Borer Newcomer syndrome
Other namesLymphedema hypoparathyroidism syndrome, Hypoparathyroidism lymphedema syndrome, Dahlberg syndrome.[1]

Dahlberg Borer Newcomer syndrome is a rare autosomal X-linked recessive genetic condition characterized by a prolapse of the bicuspid valve, progressive kidney failure, congenital lymphedema, hypoparathyroidism, and very short end bones of fingers.[2]

Treatments

Treatment for this condition is based on its symptoms. These treatments may include manual lymphatic drainage, consumption of beta blockers or anticoagulants for the bicuspid valve prolapse and vitamin D or calcium carbonate tablets for the hypoparathyroidism.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 "Lymphedema Hypoparathyroidism Syndrome". Lymphedema People. 2008-05-29. http://www.lymphedemapeople.com/thesite/lymphedema_hypoparathyroidism.htm. Retrieved 2012-08-24. 
  2. Dahlberg (September 1983). "Autosomal or X-linked recessive syndrome of congenital lymphedema, hypoparathyroidism, nephropathy, prolapsing mitral valve, and brachytelephalangy.". American Journal of Medical Genetics 16 (1): 99–104. doi:10.1002/ajmg.1320160115. PMID 6638075. 

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