nail patella syndrome symptoms
Nail-patella syndrome is a genetic disease of the connective tissue that produces defects in the fingernails, bone joints, and kidneys. Description Patients who have nail-patella syndrome may show a variety of physical defects. The most common features of this syndrome are missing or poorly developed fingernails, toenails, and patellae (kneecaps). Other common abnormalities include elbow deformities, abnormally shaped pelvis bone (hip bone), and kidney (renal) disease.
Nail-Patella Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment Reviewed By: Pramod Kerkar, MD, FFARCSI Nail-Patella Syndrome-This is a medical condition which is characterized by visible abnormalities in the nails, knees, elbows etc.