Important
It is possible that the main title of the report Melorheostosisis not the name you expected.
General Discussion
Melorheostosis is a rare and progressive disease characterized by thickening (hyperostosis) of the outer layers of bone (cortical bone). Melorheostosis affects both bone and soft tissue growth and development. While the disorder is benign, it often results in severe functional limitation; extensive pain; malformed or immobilized muscles, tendons or ligaments; and limb, hand or foot deformity.
Resources
Melorheostosis Association
410 East 50th St
New York, NY 10022
Tel: (212)750-8791
Fax: (212)308-0794
Email: kathleen@harpernvision.com
Internet: http://www.melorheostosis.org
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Last Updated: 4/28/2008
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