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Verheij syndrome — Definition
Verheij sendromu / Verheij syndrome
Verheij syndrome is a rare genetic disease, which is characteristicly accompanied by skeleton anomalies, growth backrest and mental insufficiency. Often short size, micrognati (small jaw), shape disorders are observed in the hands and foot fingers. This syndrome, showing autozomal dominant inheritance, is caused by mutations in PTPN11 gene.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Verheij sendromu?
Verheij sendromu; verheij syndrome is a rare genetic disease, which is characteristicly accompanied by skeleton anomalies, growth backrest and mental insufficiency. Often short size, micrognati (small jaw), shape disorders are observed in the hands and foot fingers. This syndrome, showing autozomal dominant inheritance, is caused by mutations in PTPN11 gene.
❓ What is Verheij syndrome in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "Verheij syndrome" is Verheij sendromu.
❓ Which medical field is Verheij sendromu related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.