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Split hands and feet.

S H Mosavy, P Vakhshuri

South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde

|October 18, 1975

Summary

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Two siblings presented with rare lobster-claw deformities affecting their hands and feet. No hereditary factors were identified in this case of ectrodactyly.

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Area of Science:

Medical Genetics
Developmental Biology
Orthopedics

Background:

Ectrodactyly, or lobster-claw malformation, is a rare congenital limb malformation.
It affects the development of the hands and feet, leading to characteristic clefts.
Genetic factors are often implicated in limb malformations.

Observation:

Two siblings, a brother and sister from Iran, were observed.
Both siblings exhibited classical lobster-claw deformities of the hands and feet.
Clinical examination revealed symmetrical malformations.

Findings:

The observed deformities represent a severe form of ectrodactyly.
Detailed investigation did not reveal any identifiable hereditary influences or family history.

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This suggests potential de novo mutations or other non-hereditary causes.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of thorough clinical evaluation in rare congenital anomalies.
Underscores the need for further research into the genetic and environmental factors of ectrodactyly.
Contributes to the understanding of limb development and malformation syndromes.