Larsen syndrome

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Larsen syndrome (LS), also called Autosomal Dominant Larsen syndrome,[1] is a rare autosomal dominant[2] congenital disorder that occurs in about every 1 in 100,000 people. Its symptoms include hypermobility, congenital dislocations, brachycephaly and cleft palate.

The condition was first described in a 1950 journal report by L. J. Larsen, et al.[3]

Larsen syndrome is caused by mutations in the FLNB (Filamin B) gene.[2]

A more complete list of symptoms includes:

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