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McCune-Albright syndrome

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McCune-Albright syndrome: Albright syndrome

McCune-Albright syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting the bones and skin pigmentation. It is also associated with endocrine problems, notably premature sexual development (see entry, Premature Sexual Maturation). In its classic form, McCune-Albright syndrome involves at least two of these features. Life expectancy is near normal.

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Medical text written July 2004 by Contact a Family. Approved July 2004 by Dr R Stanhope, Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK.

 

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