Problem
Polydactyly
Other Names:
Supernumerary fingersAccessory toes
Extra digits
Nature:
Polydactyly or polydactylism (from Greek πολύς (polys) 'many' and δάκτυλος (daktylos) 'finger'), also known as hyperdactyly, is an anomaly in humans and non-human animals resulting in supernumerary fingers and/or toes. Polydactyly is the opposite of oligodactyly (fewer fingers or toes).
Broader Problems:
Congenital limb reduction defectsCongenital upper limb anomalies Subject(s):
Medicine → Locomotive, integumentary systemProblem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
20.06.2018 – 05:19 CEST