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Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome

Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome is a congenital disorder first recognized in 1964 by Dr. H.R. Wiedemann, a geneticist, and then in 1969 by Dr. J. Bruce Beckwith, a pediatric pathologist. Macroglossia, together with omphalocele or other umbilical abnormalities, allows recognition of the disorder at birth.

Macroglossia, enlarged tongue, larger than usual for an infant, may disturb the child's ability to eat, breathe or speak. In severe cases, corrective surgery may be necessary. The enlargement is no longer apparent by 6-8 years of age.


Links: OMIM - Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome | Tongue Development

Reference

<pubmed>12920477</pubmed>| Sao Paulo Med J.



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