Arachnodactyly

An abnormal bone development that is characterized by extra long and slender hands and fingers, such that the clenched thumb extends beyond the ulnar side of the hand. Arachnodactyly can include feet and toes. Arachnodactyly has been associated with several gene mutations and syndromes.

Year introduced: 2008, 1963-1984

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Tree Number(s): C05.660.585.174, C16.131.621.585.174

MeSH Unique ID: D054119

Entry Terms:

• Arachnodactylies

Previous Indexing:

• Marfan Syndrome (1963-2007)

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Musculoskeletal Abnormalities
Limb Deformities, Congenital
Arachnodactyly

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities
Congenital Abnormalities
Musculoskeletal Abnormalities
Limb Deformities, Congenital
Arachnodactyly