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Arachnodactyly |
| Definition: |
| Arachnodactyly is a physical condition in which the fingers are long, slender, and curved, resembling a spider's legs.
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| Alternative Names: |
| Dolichostenomelia; Spider fingers; Achromacria |
| Considerations: |
Long, slender fingers can be a normal variation, not associated with any medical problems. However, in some cases, the tendency to develop spider fingers can indicate an underlying hereditary disorder. |
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Reviewed By: Elizabeth Hait, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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