Ever heard of .........

Acrocephalopolysyndactyly Type 2????
or otherwise known as Carpenter Syndrome??



If you have heard of these syndromes, then we welcome you to explore this website further! Acrocephalopolysyndactyly Type 2 is a very rare genetic syndrome affecting newborns, involving the premature fusion of the sutures of the skull, as well as deformities of the hands and feet. It is also known as Carpenter Syndrome. It is so rare that little is known about it. Children born with this syndrome face many surgeries, possible learning disabilities and mental retardation, and other health problems.

Ben was born in 1995, and was diagnosed with Carpenter Syndrome at a year old. But he's doing OK! He has his very own home page telling his story from birth, and we try to keep it updated! Sooo ... please click on the link below to read on!


Ben's web site




Last Updated: March 2005

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