humeroradial synostosis

Term ID

DOID:0060467

Synonyms

• humero-radial fusion

Definition

A synostosis that is characterized by uni- or bilateral fusion of the humerus and radius bones at the elbow level, with or without associated ulnar and carpal/metacarpal deficiency, leading to loss of elbow motion and, in many cases, functional arm incapacity. https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/2748/humeroradial-synostosis

References

• GARD:2748
• MESH:C535284
• OMIM:143050
• OMIM:236400
• ORDO:3265
• SNOMEDCT_US_2021_07_31:205329008

Ontology

Human Disease   ( DOID:0060467 )