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Also known as: KFS, cervical vertebral fusion, Klippel-Feil anomaly
Klippel-Feil syndrome is a genetic disorder of the spine that is present at birth. In this condition, two or more vertebrae in the upper spinal column are fused together. This may or may not be symptomatic.
The exact cause of Klippel-Feil syndrome isn’t clear. Some children seem to be more likely to get it based on their genetics. Some cases also appear to be hereditary and are passed down from parents to their children.
Sometimes children with Klippel-Feil syndrome have stiffness in their neck. They may also have a short neck, trouble moving the neck and a low hairline at the back of the neck.
Treatment is patient specific, but usually consists of observation and avoiding certain activities. In severe cases, surgery may be needed.
Reviewed by: Stephen Graham George Jr., MD
This page was last updated on: November 27, 2019 12:02 PM
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Congenital deformities of the spine are usually identified at birth. Many are minor bony abnormalities that cause no problem and are only found during X-rays done for other reasons.