Microphthalmia-microtia-fetal akinesia syndrome
Synonyms: Thomas-Jewett-Raines syndrome
A rare lethal multiple congenital anomalies/dysmorphic syndrome characterized by the association of fetal akinesia sequence bilateral microphthalmia microtia and persistent truncus arteriosus. Additional dysmorphic features include prominent forehead small nose micrognathia as well as camptodactyly and symphalangism. Contractures of large joints and micropenis have also been reported.
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