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Arthrogryposis (AMC) describes congenital joint contracture in two or more areas of the body. It derives its name from Greek, literally meaning 'curving of joints' ( arthron , 'joint'; grȳpōsis , late Latin form of late Greek grūpōsis , 'hooking').
Feb 1, 2016 · Arthrogryposis (arthrogryposis multiplex congenita – AMC) is not a separate disease entity, but is rather a descriptive diagnosis used to denote more than 300 individual diseases with varying etiologies.
May 18, 2022 · Arthrogryposis (arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, AMC) is a characteristic of over 300 disorders, including muscular dystrophy and trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome). It refers to the occurrence of more than one contracture at birth.
Jun 16, 2021 · Arthrogryposis is a non-progressive congenital disorder of unknown etiology that presents with multiple rigid joints leading to stiffness and severe limitation in motion in all 4 limbs.
Arthrogryposis, also called arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), is a term used to describe a variety of conditions involving multiple joint contractures (or stiffness). A contracture is a condition where the range of motion of a joint is limited.
Jul 1, 2009 · Amyoplasia and the distal arthrogryposis syndromes, of which there are at least ten different types, are common causes of arthrogryposis when the results of neurological examination are normal. Amyoplasia is a sporadic disorder, whereas the distal arthrogryposes are autosomal dominant disorders.
Dec 20, 2022 · Arthrogryposis is a group of symptoms characterized by stiff or immobile joints. The condition is usually obvious at birth and requires early treatments such as physical therapy and, less...
The term arthrogryposis, or arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), refers to a group of nonprogressive conditions characterized by multiple joint contractures found throughout the body at...
Feb 18, 2022 · Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) is a group of rare disorders where a child is born with stiff joints. Joint stiffness can be present in different parts of the body, making it difficult for the child to move, to walk and to participate in activities.
Jun 6, 2023 · Arthrogryposis or arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) is a disorder characterized by the development of multiple joint contractures throughout the body during fetal development. A contracture occurs when a joint becomes stiff and fixed in a bent or straight position, limiting movement of that joint.
