adactylism

[US]//ˌeɪdækˈtɪlɪzəm//
[UK]//ˌeɪdækˈtɪlɪzəm//

Translation

n.The congenital absence of digits (fingers or toes).
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

congenital adactylism

treatment for adactylism

diagnosing adactylism

adactylism case

unilateral adactylism

bilateral adactylism

severe adactylism

adactylism symptoms

inherited adactylism

adactylism anomaly

Example Sentences

the rare genetic mutation resulted in adactylism, leaving the newborn without fingers on either hand.

medical researchers have documented several cases of adactylism in isolated populations throughout history.

the doctor confirmed the diagnosis of adactylism shortly after the infant's birth.

despite adactylism, she learned to write using specialized adaptive techniques.

adactylism can occur as an isolated condition or as part of a broader genetic syndrome.

complete adactylism affects approximately one in every hundred thousand live births worldwide.

parents often seek genetic counseling when adactylism is detected during prenatal examinations.

surgical interventions may improve functionality for individuals with partial adactylism.

modern assistive technology has dramatically improved the quality of life for those living with adactylism.

her adactylism affected both hands equally, presenting unique challenges from birth.

the medical textbook detailed various forms of congenital adactylism found in clinical practice.

living with adactylism requires daily adaptations for simple tasks like eating and dressing.

support groups provide valuable resources for families coping with adactylism.

advances in genetic research have deepened our understanding of the causes of adactylism.

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