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Multiple Joint Replacements for Progressive Pseudorheumatoid Dysplasia: A Case Report.

Antoine Outrequin¹, Julie Manon¹, Amaury Paulmier¹

¹Department of Orthopedic and Trauma, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc UCL, UCLouvain, Bruxelles, Belgium.

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|April 29, 2024

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Progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia, a rare genetic disorder, rapidly affects multiple joints. Prompt diagnosis and joint replacement surgery are crucial for function recovery, even in young patients.

Keywords:

Progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia WISP3 mutation total arthroplasty

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Area of Science:

Genetics
Rheumatology
Orthopedic Surgery

Background:

Progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia is a rare autosomal recessive disorder.
It is caused by mutations in the Wnt1-inducible signaling protein 3 gene.
Few cases have been reported in medical literature.

Observation:

A case report details a 19-year-old Caucasian male with polyarticular involvement affecting shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, spine, hips, knees, and ankles.
The patient experienced rapid disease progression despite medical treatment.
He underwent bilateral total hip and knee arthroplasties and left ankle replacement.

Findings:

This case underscores the challenges in diagnosing rare genetic disorders like progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia.
Aggressive joint involvement necessitates advanced surgical interventions.
Joint replacement surgery can restore function in young patients with severe joint disease.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of timely diagnosis for rare genetic bone disorders.
Emphasizes the role of reconstructive surgery in managing severe, progressive joint disease.
Demonstrates the efficacy of joint replacement in improving quality of life for affected young individuals.