Clinical and X-ray Features of Nail-Patella Syndrome:A Report of 6 Cases with Literature Review
- VernacularTitle:指甲-髌骨综合征的临床及X线征象探讨(附一家族6例报告及文献复习)
- Author:
Xiaofen MIAO
;
Hongguo WANG
;
Jian LU
;
Chunfen SUN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
nail-patella syndrome;
autosomal dominant disorder;
radiography
- From:
Journal of Practical Radiology
1996;0(04):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To improve the recognition of nail-patella syndrome(NPS). Methods The pathological,clinical and x-ray features of NPS in 6 cases were analysed with literature reviewed. Results The main diagnostic features of NPS included:(1)There were nail dysplasia and family history;(2) The pathological changes were bilateral,multiple bone and multiple systems involved;(3) Patients had a characteristic tetrad involving the nails,knees,elbows and the presence of iliac horns. Conclusion Based on the typical x-ray findings combined with clinical characteristics,nail-patella syndrome can be suggested.Radiography is one of the best methods for the diagnosis of this disease.
