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Brachydactyly type E
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Unknown
Age of onset
Antenatal
ICD-10
Q73.8
Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
Not applicable
Other names (AKA)
Type E brachydactyly
Categories
Congenital and Genetic Diseases; Musculoskeletal Diseases
Summary
Isolated brachydactyly type E is caused by genetic changes (pathogenic variants or
Symptoms
The shortening of the bones in the hands and feet in people with brachydactyly type E may be noticed shortly after birth, however the difference often becomes more obvious as people get older.[5] The number of metacarpals and metatarsals that are smaller than normal can range from a few of the bones to all of the bones, even within the same family. When the symptoms of a disorder vary even with the same genetic change, the disorder is said to have
This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
Medical Terms | Other Names |
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HPO ID
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80%-99% of people have these symptoms | ||
Short metacarpal |
Shortened long bone of hand
|
0010049 |
Type E brachydactyly | 0005863 | |
30%-79% of people have these symptoms | ||
Joint hyperflexibility |
Joints move beyond expected range of motion
|
0005692 |
Short distal phalanx of finger |
Short outermost finger bone
|
0009882 |
Short stature |
Decreased body height
Small stature
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0004322 |
5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
Aplasia/Hypoplasia of the distal phalanx of the hallux |
Absent/small outermost big toe bone
Absent/underdeveloped outermost big toe bone
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0010076 |
Frontal bossing | 0002007 | |
Macrocephaly |
Increased size of skull
Large head
Large head circumference
[ more ] |
0000256 |
Short metatarsal |
Short long bone of foot
|
0010743 |
Upper limb asymmetry |
Unequal size of arms
|
0100560 |
Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
0000006 | ||
Brachydactyly |
Short fingers or toes
|
0001156 |
Moderately short stature |
Moderate short stature
|
0008848 |
Multiple impacted teeth |
Impacted teeth
|
0001571 |
Round face |
Circular face
Round facial appearance
Round facial shape
[ more ] |
0000311 |
Short clavicles |
Short collarbone
|
0000894 |
Straight clavicles |
Straight collarbone
|
0006587 |
Cause
When brachydactyly type E is isolated, meaning a person has shortened bones in the hands and feet but no other physical differences or related health problems, it may be caused by genetic changes (pathogenic variants or
It is thought that there may be other genes in which pathogenic variants cause isolated brachydactyly type E with or without
Diagnosis
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
In-Depth Information
- The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
- Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders. Each entry has a summary of related medical articles. It is meant for health care professionals and researchers. OMIM is maintained by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
- Orphanet is a European reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs. Access to this database is free of charge.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Brachydactyly type E. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
Selected Full-Text Journal Articles
- The Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases has published an article with information on this condition. This journal is affiliated with the Orphanet reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs.
References
- Brachydactyly type E. Orphanet. October 2010; https://www.orpha.net/consor/cgi-bin/OC_Exp.php?lng=en&Expert=93387.
- Brachydactyly, Type E1; BDE1. Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man. June 21, 2016; https://www.omim.org/entry/113300.
- Pereda A, Garin I, Spanish Network for Imprinting Disorders, and Perez de Nanclares G. What to consider when pseudohypoparathyroidism is ruled out: iPPSD and differential diagnosis. BMC Medical Genetics. 2018; 19:32. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5834905/.
- Page MM, Hooper AJ, Glendenning P, and Burnett JR. Isolated brachydactyly type E and idiopathic pancreatitis in a patient presenting to a lipid disorders clinic. BMJ Case Reports. April 6, 2017; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28385908.
- Pereda A, Garin I, Garcia-Barcina M, Gener B, Beristain E, Ibañez AM, and Perez de Nanclares G. Brachydactyly E: isolated or as a feature of a syndrome. Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases. 2013; 8:141. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3848564/.
- Flöttmann R, Sowinska-Seidler A, Lavie J, Chateil JF, Lacombe D, Mudlos S, Horn D, and Spielmann M. Duplication of PTHLH causes osteochondroplasia with a combined brachydactyly type E/A1 phenotype with disturbed bone maturation and rhizomelia. European Journal of Human Genetics. August 2016; 24(8):1132-1136. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/pmid/26733284/.
- HOXD13 homeobox D13 [Homo sapiens (human)]. National Center for Biotechnology Information. April 8, 2018; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/3239.
- Fontana P, Tortora C, Petillo R, Malacarne M, Cavani S, Miniero M, D’Ambrosio P, De Brasi D, and Pisanti M. Brachydactyly type E in an Italian family with 6p25 trisomy. European Journal of Medical Genetics. March 2017; 60(3):195-199. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28111183.
- Temtamy SA and Aglan MS. Brachydactyly. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2008; 3:15. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2441618/.
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