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X-linked form of chondrodysplasia punctata.
No HPO annotations are available for this condition.
Affected Males The most consistent clinical features of X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata 1 (CDPX1) in affected males are chondrodysplasia punctata (CDP), brachytelephalangy, and nasomaxillary hypoplasia. Most affected males have minimal morbidity, and skeletal findings improve by adulthood; however, some have significant medical problems including airway stenosis and cervical spine instability. To date, approximately 50 individuals with a pathogenic variant in ARSL have been reported in the literature. The following description of the phenotypic features associated with this condition is based on the case series from and . Table 2. Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked: Frequency of Select Features
X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata 1 (CDPX1) should be suspected in a male proband with the following clinical and radiographic findings.
Clinical findings
Brachytelephalangy (shortening of the distal phalanges)
Nasomaxillary hypoplasia
No approved treatments are currently available for X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata. The disease remains an area of unmet medical need.
Evaluations Following Initial Diagnosis To establish the extent of disease and needs in an individual diagnosed with X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata 1 (CDPX1), the evaluations summarized (if not performed as part of the evaluation that led to the diagnosis) are recommended. Table 4. Recommended Evaluations Following Initial Diagnosis in Individuals with Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked
Table 6. Recommended Surveillance for Individuals with Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked
System/Concern |
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No clinical trials have been registered for X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata.
10 publications have been identified in PubMed for X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata. Research spans Case Report / Case Series (50%), Review / Meta-Analysis (20%), and Diagnostic / Biomarker (10%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Patient case studies | 5 | 50% |
Data assembled from 3 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 20, 2026, 3:06 PM UTC
Common questions about X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata
Feature | Proportion of Persons w/Feature1 | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Chondrodysplasia punctata (CDP) | 45/462 | CDP typically not visible on radiographs after age 3 yrs |
Nasomaxillary hypoplasia | 42/42 | — |
Brachytelephalangy | 33/35 | — |
Short stature (height 5th %ile) | 12/16 | Postnatal onset |
Significant respiratory abnormalities | 17/23 | Frequent respiratory infections, asthma, central apnea, tachypnea, neonatal respiratory distress, mechanical ventilation, tracheotomy, chronic nasal obstruction, nasal stents |
Mixed conductive sensorineural hearing loss | 13/18 | — |
Significant cervical spine abnormalities | 10/16 | Dysplasia or hypoplasia of cervical vertebrae, C1–C2 anterior subluxation, kyphosis, cervical cord compression, spinal canal stenosis |
Delayed cognitive development | 5/6 | 1. From , . Note: These studies may have an ascertainment bias towards more severely affected children. A child with brachytelephalangy, nasomaxillary hypoplasia, and tracheobronchial calcifications did not have CDP at age 14 months . Nasomaxillary hypoplasia. |
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
Flattened nasal base
Reduced nasal tip protrusion with short columella
Crescent-shaped nostrils
Vertical grooves within the alae nasi (in some individuals)
Postnatal short stature
Radiographic findings
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
Genetic Disorders
Table 3a.
Disorders with Brachytelephalangic Chondrodysplasia Punctata (BCDP) in the Differential Diagnosis of CDPX1
Gene(s) | Disorder | MOI | Additional Overlapping Feature | Findings Distinguishing the Disorder from CDPX1
GGCX
| Combined deficiency of vitamin K-dependent clotting factor 1 (OMIM 277450) factor 2 (OMIM 607473) | AR | Nasal hypoplasia | Bleeding disorder due to variably levels of coagulation factors II, VII, IX, X, protein C, protein S, protein Z
MGP | Keutel syndrome (OMIM 245150) | AR | More diffuse progressive calcification of cartilage incl nose, auricles, respiratory tract
AR = autosomal recessive; CDPX1 = chondrodysplasia punctata 1, X-linked; MOI = mode of inheritance
Table 3b.
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
Biomarker and diagnostic research for X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata has been reported in the published literature.
System/Concern | Evaluation | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Respiratory | Assessment of upper lower airways by ENT pulmonologist | If stridor is present Obstructive sleep |
apnea | Polysomnography | If sleep apnea is suspected Skeletal |
instability | Flexion, neutral, extension lateral radiographs of the cervical spine | Cervical spine MRI if clinical evidence of cervical myelopathy or significant instability on radiographs; Special consideration when performing this study in flexion extension positions as spinal cord compression may only occur w/these movements (i.e. |
Audiology | Hearing assessment | To assess for sensorineural conductive hearing loss |
Developmental delay | Developmental assessment | Ophthalmologic |
abnormalities | Ophthalmologic eval | To evaluate for cataracts, optic disc atrophy, small optic nerves |
Cardiac anomalies | Echocardiogram | To evaluate for patent ductus arteriosus, ventricular septal defect, atrial septal defect, pulmonary artery stenosis |
Genetic counseling | By genetics professionals2 | To inform affected persons families re nature, MOI, implications of CDPX1 in order to facilitate medical personal decision making Family support resources |
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
In individuals with cervical spine instability, extreme neck extension and neck flexion and contact sports should be avoided. In case of general anesthesia, the cervical spine should be assessed by imaging prior to the procedure.
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
Search ClinicalTrials.gov in the US and EU Clinical Trials Register in Europe for access to information on clinical studies for a wide range of diseases and conditions. Note: There may not be clinical trials for this disorder.
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
View trials for X-linked chondrodysplasia punctata
Evaluation
Frequency |
|---|
Short stature | Growth assessment | Annually |
Scoliosis | Clinical assessment of thoracic lumbar spine | As needed Cervical spine instability |
Hearing loss | Hearing assessment | As needed Developmental delay |
Source: GeneReviews — "Chondrodysplasia Punctata 1, X-Linked"
Research summaries
2 |
20% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 1 | 10% |
Laboratory research | 1 | 10% |
Disease patterns and progression | 1 | 10% |
Maddaluno M (2026). [PMID: 42103217](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42103217/). *J Biol Chem*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
O'Connor C (2025). [PMID: 40889793](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40889793/). *Journal of cutaneous pathology*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Shi X (2025). [PMID: 40193659](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40193659/). *Medicine*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Samuels M (2025). [PMID: 39908167](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39908167/). *Molecular genetics & genomic medicine*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Qiao F (2025). [PMID: 40386185](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40386185/). *The application of clinical genetics*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Corbella-Bagot L (2025). [PMID: 40583375](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40583375/). *Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft = Journal of the German Society of Dermatology : JDDG*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Bosco M (2024). [PMID: 39181504](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39181504/). *Journal of gynecology obstetrics and human reproduction*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Rogers A (2024). [PMID: 38577897](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38577897/). *The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Zhou L (2024). [PMID: 39425194](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39425194/). *BMC medical genomics*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Broeren E (2024). [PMID: 39313411](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39313411/). *Prenatal diagnosis*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]