Possible extra-articular features of BJHS include:
features that may be present include mitral valve prolapse (though aortic valvular involvement is more suggestive of Marfan's syndrome) and varicose veins
Raynaud's phenomenon is common - however it is prudent to exclude autoimmune causes of this condition before attributing it entirely to hypermobility
herniae can occur at the umbilicus and in the inguinal region
associated features also includerectal and uterine prolapse may occur as well as cystocele and rectocele
in pregnancy, laxity increases and premature rupture of membranes may occur
spontaneous pneumothorax may occur and there is a tendency to asthma
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