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Generated 13 Oct 2026
Rheumatology · Rheumatology / Pediatric rheumatology

Winchester syndrome

Also known as: Multicentric osteolysis

Progressive carpal and tarsal osteolysis with joint contractures.

Medical specialty
Rheumatology
Subspecialty
Rheumatology / Pediatric rheumatology
Sex & age distribution
Male: affected; Female: affected equally; Children: yes
Gene(s) involved
MMP14

Etiology & mechanism

MMP14 deficiency.

Gene(s) involved (1)

MMP14

Symptoms & signs (5)

corneal opacityjoint contracturesosteolysisshort staturethickened skin
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