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2. Marfan syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Frequency. 1 in 5,000–10,000 [4] Marfan syndrome (MFS) is a multi-systemic genetic disorder that affects the connective tissue. [6][7][1] Those with the condition tend to be tall and thin, with long arms, legs, fingers, and toes. [1] They also typically have exceptionally flexible joints and abnormally curved spines. [1]

3. Pectus excavatum - Wikipedia

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   Pectus excavatum is a structural deformity of the anterior thoracic wall in which the sternum and rib cage are shaped abnormally. This produces a caved-in or sunken appearance of the chest. It can either be present at birth or develop after puberty.

4. Sternum - Wikipedia

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   Structure. The sternum is a narrow, flat bone, forming the middle portion of the front of the chest. The top of the sternum supports the clavicles (collarbones) and its edges join with the costal cartilages of the first two pairs of ribs. The inner surface of the sternum is also the attachment of the sternopericardial ligaments. [2]

5. Body shape - Wikipedia

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   The waist is narrower than the chest region due to the breasts, and narrower than the hip region due to the width of the buttocks, which results in an hourglass [broken anchor] shape. Apple: The stomach region is wider than the hip section, mainly in males. Pear or spoon or bell: The hip section is wider than the upper body, mainly in females.

6. Fragile X syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a genetic neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by mild-to-moderate intellectual disability. [1] The average IQ in males with FXS is under 55, while about two thirds of affected females are intellectually disabled. [3][4] Physical features may include a long and narrow face, large ears, flexible fingers, and ...

7. Asphyxiating thoracic dysplasia - Wikipedia

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   Common signs and symptoms can include a narrow chest, short ribs, shortened bones in the arms and legs, short stature, and extra fingers and toes (polydactyly). The restricted growth and expansion of the lungs caused by this disorder results in life-threatening breathing difficulties; occurring in 1 in every 100,000-130,000 live births in the ...