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Chandra Madhur Sharma¹, Shrawan Kumar², Manoj K Meghwani³

¹Department of Pediatrics, Rama Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Indian Journal of Human Genetics

|June 25, 2014

Summary

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Poland syndrome is a rare congenital condition affecting muscle development. This report details the first documented case of Poland syndrome in Uttar Pradesh, India, in an 8-year-old boy.

Keywords:

Pectoralis major Poland syndrome symbrachydactyly syndactyly

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Medical Genetics
Developmental Biology
Congenital Abnormalities

Background:

Poland syndrome is a rare congenital disorder.
It is characterized by the underdevelopment or absence of the pectoralis major muscle, specifically its sternal portion.
Associated musculoskeletal anomalies may also be present.

Observation:

This report presents a case of an 8-year-old boy.
The patient exhibited typical clinical features consistent with Poland syndrome.
This is the first documented case of Poland syndrome originating from Uttar Pradesh, India.

Findings:

The case confirms the occurrence of Poland syndrome in the Indian subcontinent.
The presentation was typical, involving characteristic muscle deficiency.
This highlights the need for broader awareness and diagnosis in diverse geographical regions.

Implications:

This case expands the known geographical distribution of Poland syndrome.
It underscores the importance of recognizing this rare condition in pediatric populations.
Further epidemiological studies may be warranted in India to understand its prevalence.