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15 Cards in this Set
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ls arthrogryposis progressive or nonprogressive?
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Nonprogressive
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It is characterized by loss of what cells? Why?
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Anterior horn cells
Vascular insult |
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What is the key feature of the joints?
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Multiple joint contractures
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What is the key feature of the intelligence?
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Normal
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What is the key feature of the hips?
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Teratologic dislocation
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What are the two key features of the feet?
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Resistant clubfoot
Vertical talus |
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What is the key feature of the spine?
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Neuromuscular scoliosis
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What lower extremity condition should be addressed first?
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Knee flexion contracture
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Arthrogrypotic feet may require what j operative procedure?
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Talectomy
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At what age should an upper extremity osteotomy be performed to • optimize independent eating?
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4 years
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What surgical procedure may improve the position of the wrist?
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FCU transfer to extensors
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A similar surgical intervention is often undertaken for what disorder?
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CP
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(Larsen ’s Syndrome) What is the key feature of the joints?
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Multiple joint dislocations
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What is the kev feature of the intelligence?
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Normal
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What is the key feature of the cervical spine? What is the treatment, if necessary?
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Kyphosis due to hypotonia
Posterior spinal fusion if symptomatic |
