Disorder - Peromelus ascelus

Organ Systems Involved
Musculoskeletal

Alternative disorders described within LIDA

Amelia; Brachydactyly; Ectrodactyly; Syndactyly

Presenting Signs

Peromelus ascelus is a disorder in which the hind limbs are absent. Kittens can be born with this deformity. There is little information known about this disorder as most kittens that are born with the deformity are euthanased. This disease has not been confirmed to be hereditary.

PubMed References
Peromelus ascelus

Contributor
Tara Nash