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Ellis-van Creveld syndrome

Alternative Names: Chondroectodermal dysplasia Treatment: Treatment depends on which body system is involved and to what extent that body system is involved. The condition itself is not treatable, but many of the complications can be treated. Support Groups: Text Continues Below Ellis-van Creveld Support Group -- olesikjt@hotmail.com Expectations (prognosis): The outcome depends on which body system is involved and to what extent that body system is involved. Complications: Breathing difficulty Congenital heart disease (CHD) especially an atrial septal defect (ASD) Kidney disease Bone abnormalities Calling your health care provider: Call your health care provider if your child exhibits a collection of some of the above described symptoms. If your family history is positive for Ellis-van Creveld syndrome and your child has any of the above symptoms, a visit to your health care provider is appropriate.

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