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Jeune's syndrome |
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Jeune's syndrome [zhœnz, zho̅o̅nz] Etymology: Mathis Jeune, French pediatrician, b. 1910 a form of lethal short-limbed dwarfism characterized by constriction of the upper thorax and occasionally by polydactylism. It is inherited as an autosomal-recessive trait. Also called asphyxiating thoracic dysplasia. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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