Brachydactyly type B2
A clinical subtype of brachydactyly type B characterized by hypoplasia/aplasia of distal and/or middle phalanges in fingers and toes II-V (frequently severe in fingers/toes IV-V milder in fingers/toes II-III) in association with proximal and occasionally distal symphalangism fusion of carpal/tarsal bones and partial cutaneous syndactyly. Additional reported features include proximal placement of thumbs sensorineural hearing loss and farsightedness.
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