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Crouzon syndrome is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder known as a branchial arch syndrome. Specifically, this syndrome affects the first branchial (or pharyngeal) arch, which is the precursor of the maxilla and mandible. Since the branchial arches are important developmental features in a growing embryo, disturbances in their development create lasting and widespread effects. This syndrome is named after Octave Crouzon, a French physician who first described this disorder. He noted the affected patients were a mother and her daughter, implying a genetic basis.
Bouchard nodes are bony growths or cysts filled with a jelly-like substance. They develop on the back of the middle joints in the fingers and can occur with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The cause of the nodes is not known. Bouchard nodes are not typically painful, but can affect movement of the joint over time, causing difficulty with hand function.