Hyperdactyly (Noun)
Meaning
Birth defect characterized by the presence of more than the normal number of fingers or toes.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The rare birth defect known as hyperdactyly can cause significant distress for parents and children alike.
- Polydactyly, also known as hyperdactyly, is a congenital anomaly that affects about one in every 500 births.
- In some cases of hyperdactyly, the extra fingers or toes may be fully formed and functional, while in others they may be smaller and non-functional.
- Hyperdactyly can occur on either the hands or feet, and in some cases, it may be a part of a larger genetic syndrome.
- Surgery is often necessary to correct hyperdactyly, especially if the extra digits are causing discomfort or interfering with normal function.