Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Category: Genetic Disorders / Connective Tissue Disorders

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of inherited connective tissue disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility due to defects in collagen synthesis or processing.

Global Prevalence

Estimated at 1 in 5,000 people worldwide, though likely underestimated due to diagnostic challenges (Source: Ehlers-Danlos Society).

Medical Breakthroughs

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