Table 7. [Geleophysic Dysplasia: Treatment of Manifestations]. - GeneReviews®

Manifestation/Concern	Treatment
Joint manifestations	Ongoing physiotherapy to prevent joint limitation
Other orthopedic manifestations	Treatment per orthopedist for hip dysplasia, osteochondritis, & carpal tunnel syndrome
Cardiac manifestations	Cardiac valve replacement in those w/severe stenosis or insufficiency
Mgmt of cardiac septal defect per cardiologist & cardiac surgeon
Tracheal stenosis	Tracheostomy as needed for severe tracheal stenosis
Pulmonary disease	Treatment of restrictive lung disease, obstructive sleep apnea, &/or asthma per pulmonologist
Hearing	Standard treatment for hearing loss & recurrent otitis media
Ophthalmologic manifestations	Treatment per ophthalmologist

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