Picture of the month. Short-rib polydactyly dwarfism: Saldino-Noonan type.
1982
S Kataria, and
T Kushnick
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D004392
Dwarfism
A genetic or pathological condition that is characterized by short stature and undersize. Abnormal skeletal growth usually results in an adult who is significantly below the average height.
Nanism
D005385
Fingers
Four or five slender jointed digits in humans and primates, attached to each HAND.
Finger
D006801
Humans
Members of the species Homo sapiens.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000015
Abnormalities, Multiple
Congenital abnormalities that affect more than one organ or body structure.
Multiple Abnormalities
D012272
Ribs
A set of twelve curved bones which connect to the vertebral column posteriorly, and terminate anteriorly as costal cartilage. Together, they form a protective cage around the internal thoracic organs.