joint laxity, familial
A type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome characterized by generalized joint hypermobility often complicated by dislocation of major joints, particularly the shoulder but in some cases the kneecap. Congenital hip dislocation has also been frequently reported. The syndrome has been described in several families. It is transmitted as an autosomal dominant trait, with high penetrance.
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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
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EDS 11 (formerly)
related
EDS XI
exact
EDS11
related
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome type 11, formerly
exact
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, type 11 (formerly)
related
Joint instability syndrome
exact
familial joint instability syndrome
exact
familial joint laxity
exact
joint laxity, familial
exact