Macroglossia and ankyloglossia in Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome.
Since the recognition of the Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome was first noted in 1963, the number of associated anomalies has vastly increased. The rate of appearance of this abnormality is 1 in 13,5000 births. This article presents a case that includes macroglossia and ankyloglossia along with a bifid uvula and a submucous cleft of the palate. A discussion of treatment follows.
Patterson
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Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, PA.
Ramasastry
S S
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Davis
J U
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D000844:Ankylosis / Q000473:pathology; D001506:Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome / Q000473:pathology*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D002972:Cleft Palate / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008260:Macroglossia / Q000473:pathology*; D014059:Tongue / Q000002:abnormalities*; D014609:Uvula / Q000002:abnormalities