ectrodactyly
Definition
- Noun:
- A congenital abnormality involving the absence of some fingers or toes: "Ectrodactyly" is a medical term for a rare condition present at birth, characterized by the malformation or absence of one or more digits (fingers or toes). It is sometimes colloquially referred to as "lobster claw syndrome" due to the appearance of a deep central cleft in the hand or foot.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The ultrasound revealed signs of ectrodactyly in the fetus.
- Ectrodactyly can occur as an isolated condition or as part of a genetic syndrome.
- Surgery may be considered to improve function for individuals with ectrodactyly.
Advanced Usage
- "Isolated ectrodactyly": refers to the condition occurring by itself, not associated with other major birth defects.
- The patient was diagnosed with isolated ectrodactyly of the left hand.
- "Ectrodactyly-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting (EEC) syndrome": a specific genetic syndrome where ectrodactyly is one of several features.
- Genetic testing confirmed a diagnosis of EEC syndrome, which includes ectrodactyly, cleft lip, and abnormalities of the skin, hair, and teeth.
Variants and Related Words
- Ectrodactylic (adj): relating to or affected by ectrodactyly.
- The study focused on the ectrodactylic limb development.
- Split-hand/foot malformation (SHFM): an alternative medical term for ectrodactyly.
- The condition is also known in medical literature as split-hand/foot malformation.
Synonyms
- Lobster claw deformity/hand (informal/colloquial): a descriptive, non-medical term based on appearance.
- Split-hand/foot malformation (SHFM): a more descriptive clinical synonym.
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs)
- Congenital anomaly: a broad term for any birth defect, under which ectrodactyly is categorized.
- Dactyly: a general term referring to the arrangement and number of fingers and toes.
- Syndactyly: a different congenital condition involving fused or webbed fingers or toes.
Noun
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congenital abnormality involving the absence of some fingers or toes
