Trismus pseudocamptodactyly syndrome

Trismus pseudocamptodactyly syndrome is a rare genetic condition. A defining feature is the inability to open the mouth completely (trismus). Other signs and symptoms include abnormally short tendons and muscles, resulting in contractures, club foot, and other musculoskeletal abnormalities.^[1][2]

Trismus pseudocamptodactyly syndrome
Other names	Dutch-Kentucky syndrome, Distal arthrogryposis type 7

Genetics

It is an autosomal dominant condition caused by a mutation in MYH8.^[3] Approximately 60 cases have been reported worldwide.^[3]

Diagnosis

Treatment

Treatment is symptomatic in nature.^[3]