Definition:
Tetraploidy is a very rare chromosomal disorder which leads to various abnormalities. Infants are often stillborn or die within months of birth
Symptoms and Signs:
Symptoms include beaked nose, retarded fetal growth, lack of ear cartilage, small jaw, underdeveloped kidneys, short upper lip groove, clubfoot, narrow forehead, small head, and developmental delays.
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