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Ellis-van Creveld syndrome
Alternative names:
chondroectodermal dysplasia
Definition:
An inherited disorder with multiple abnormalities and dwarfism.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
Ellis-van Creveld is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait. The severity of the disease varies from person to person. Higher incidence of the condition is seen among the Amish.
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