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Catel–Manzke syndrome

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Catel–Manzke syndrome
Other namesHyperphalangy-clinodactyly of index finger with Pierre Robin syndrome

Catel–Manzke syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by distinctive abnormalities of the index fingers; the classic features of Pierre Robin syndrome; occasionally with additional physical findings.

Signs and symptoms

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The clinical presentation of this condition is consistent with the following (among others):[1]

  • Highly arched eyebrow
  • Joint stiffness
  • Scoliosis
  • Short stature

Diagnosis

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Genetic Testing

Prevalence

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Currently there are only around 26 people in the world that are known to have this rare condition. Inheritance is thought to be X-linked recessive.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Catel Manzke syndrome | Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD) – an NCATS Program". rarediseases.info.nih.gov. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  2. ^ Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM): 302380
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