fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva

autosomal dominant
progressive ossification of muscle and conective tissue
ossification of ligaments and tendons
- nuchal ligament
- upper extremities and neck==>shoulders, back, and spine==>chest
- pelvic entheses
asymptomatic at birth
90% --> short great toes

Charles E. Kahn, Jr., MD - 2 February 1995
Last updated: 1 October 2013