Definition
Robinow syndrome encompasses two different hereditary disorders, both rare, with a similar pattern of physical abnormalities. Typical features of these conditions include mild to moderate short stature, distinctive facial features, skeletal abnormalities, and abnormal development of the genitalia.
Description
A family that included several individuals with a characteristic pattern of facial features, accompanied by short stature (dwarfism),...
Source: Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, ©2002 Gale Cengage. All Rights Reserved. Full copyright.
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