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Camurati-Engelmann disease synonyms
What other names are the Camurati-Engelmann disease known by? Synonyms and other terms with which Camurati-Engelmann disease is known.
Camurati-Engelmann disease, also known as progressive diaphyseal dysplasia, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by progressive thickening of the bones. This condition primarily affects the long bones of the arms and legs, leading to various skeletal abnormalities.
Synonyms
Camurati-Engelmann disease is often referred to by several synonyms, including:
- Progressive diaphyseal dysplasia: This term describes the progressive nature of the bone thickening and the dysplastic changes occurring in the diaphysis, which is the shaft of long bones.
- Engelmann syndrome: Named after the German physician who first described the condition, Engelmann syndrome highlights the characteristic features of bone involvement.
- Engelmann disease: Similar to Engelmann syndrome, this term is used interchangeably to describe the disease.
- Diaphyseal dysplasia: This term emphasizes the dysplastic changes occurring in the diaphysis, which is the shaft of long bones.
- Engelmann's disease: Another variation of the term Engelmann disease.
These synonyms are commonly used in medical literature and discussions to refer to the same condition, Camurati-Engelmann disease.
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