Management of arthrogryposis multiplex congenita. A case report.
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is a rare disorder of skeletal muscle development which is characterized by deforming contractures of the joints, but seldom affects the temporomandibular joint. This report reviews the condition and reports the findings and periodontal management of a patient referred with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita which required treatment for severe dilantin gingival hyperplasia.
D000328:Adult; D001176:Arthrogryposis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D002220:Carbamazepine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005885:Gingival Hyperplasia / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D005890:Gingivectomy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D007507:Therapeutic Irrigation
D002220:Carbamazepine