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Pseudopseudohypoparathyroidism

Pseudopseudohypoparathyroidism (PPHP) is an inherited disorder, named for its similarity to pseudohypoparathyroidism in presentation. It is more properly Albright hereditary osteodystrophy although without resistance of parathyroid hormone frequently seen in that affliction. [Source: Wikipedia ]

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Pseudopseudohypoparathyroidism 
May Cause
Basal ganglion calcification
Cone-shaped epiphysis
Congenital coxa vara
Congenital generalized osteoporosis
Congenital narrow spinal canal
Congenital short hands and feet
Dense or thick skull
Exostosis
Hypoplastic terminal phalanges
Localized brachydactyly
Short and broad distal phalanges of hand
Short broad distal phalanx of thumb
Short fourth metacarpal
Short metacarpal
Short metatarsal
Short middle phalanges
Shortened bone with premature growth-plate closure
Slipped capital femoral epiphysis
Widespread osteosclerosis
Widespread osteosclerosis of medullary and cortical bone
Widespread soft-tissue calcification

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