Infantile cortical hyperostosis

Infantile cortical hyperostosis
Other namesCaffey disease
SpecialtyRheumatology 

Infantile cortical hyperostosis (ICH) is a self-limited inflammatory disorder of infants that causes bone changes, soft tissue swelling and irritability. The disease may be present at birth or occur shortly thereafter. The cause is unknown. Both familial and sporadic forms occur. It is also known as Caffey disease or Caffey's disease.