Kniest Syndrome is a rare form of Dwarfism. This skeletal dysplasia is characterized by short stature, enlarged and stiff joints, cleft palate, scoliosis, vision and hearing problems. Individuals with Kniest have multiple surgeries.
Intellect is normal with Kniest individuals.
This Syndrome can be passed on from parent to child but often it occurs randomly to parents who have no history of dwarfism's in their family. There is believed to be about 200 people with Kniest syndrome around the world. Because of its rare nature there is not much research or funding to assist individuals with Kniest.