ea0070aep1025 | Hot topics (including COVID-19) | ECE2020
C. Hsiao Edward
, Al Mukaddam Mona
, Baujat Geneviève
, De Cunto Carmen
, Keen Richard
, J Pignolo Robert
, Harnett Kathleen
, Marino Rose
, Kaplan Frederick S
Background: FOP is an ultra-rare genetic disorder characterised by episodic progressive heterotopic ossification (HO) and flare-ups, causing cumulative disability and early death. FOP is diagnosed and managed by multiple specialists, including endocrinologists. There are no established disease-modifying therapies to prevent HO in FOP. Treatment guidelines for symptomatic relief of FOP have recently been published by the International Clinical Council on FOP (ICC).1<...