Definition:
Van Goethem syndrome is a birth defect that is also called radiodigitofacial dysplasia.
Symptoms and Signs:
The very frequent and common signs of the disorder are anemia, absence or abnormality of the clavicle, difficulties in feeding during infancy, high-vaulted or narrow palate, narrow-sloping shoulders, downturned mouth, platelet disorders, talipes-varus/valgus, short stature or dwarfism, hypoplastic thumb, and hyperglycemia among others.
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