Nievergelt syndrome

Nievergelt syndrome

An autosomal dominant condition characterised by deformities of the radius, tibia and fibula, accompanied by synostosis of the tarsal and metatarsal bones club foot and dysplasia of the ankle joint. Restricted mobility of the elbows and luxation of the radial head are usually present.

Nievergelt,

Kurt, Swiss physician, 1913–. Nievergelt syndrome - rare bone disease characterized by multiple deformities. Synonym(s): Nievergelt-Erb syndrome; Nievergelt-Pearlman syndromeNievergelt-Erb syndrome - Synonym(s): Nievergelt syndromeNievergelt-Pearlman syndrome - Synonym(s): Nievergelt syndrome