Apert syndrome

Definition:

Apert syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by craniosynostosis, severe syndactyly of hands and feet, and dysmorphic facial features. Other frequent complications include cleft palate and learning disability. Over 98% of cases are caused by specific missense mutations of FGFR2, either Ser252Trp or Pro253Arg.

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