ectrodactyly Definition
- 1a congenital malformation where the middle digit is missing, and the hand or foot is cleft where the metacarpal or metatarsal would be
- 2a condition in which fingers or toes are missing or have an abnormal appearance
Using ectrodactyly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ectrodactyly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Ectrodactyly is a rare genetic condition that affects about one in every 90,000 births.
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The child was born with ectrodactyly, which caused his hands to look like lobster claws.
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Ectrodactyly can be treated with surgery to improve the appearance and function of the affected limb.
ectrodactyly Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for ectrodactyly
- split hand and foot malformation
- lobster claw syndrome
- Karsch-Neugebauer syndrome
Phrases with ectrodactyly
a type of ectrodactyly that is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern
Example
The family has a history of autosomal dominant ectrodactyly.
ectrodactyly-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting syndrome
a rare genetic disorder characterized by ectrodactyly, ectodermal dysplasia, and facial clefts
Example
The patient was diagnosed with ectrodactyly-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting syndrome.
a type of ectrodactyly where the central rays of the hand or foot are missing
Example
The patient had central ray deficiency ectrodactyly.
Origins of ectrodactyly
from Greek 'ektroma' meaning 'abortion' and 'daktulos' meaning 'finger'
Summary: ectrodactyly in Brief
Ectrodactyly [ek-truh-dak-tuh-lee] is a congenital malformation that results in the absence of the middle digit and a cleft where the metacarpal or metatarsal would be. It can also cause fingers or toes to be missing or have an abnormal appearance. Ectrodactyly is a rare genetic condition that affects about one in every 90,000 births. It can be treated with surgery to improve the appearance and function of the affected limb.
