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Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome

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Description: Popliteal Pterygium syndrome is characterized by the presence of web, which may extend from heel to ischial tuberocity. There is also associated short sciatic nerve and other fascial and genitourinary findings because of which it is also known as Fascio-Genito-Popliteal syndrome.
Gupta M, Jora R. Indian Pediatr. 2006 May;43(5):450-1.

Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Gupta M, Jora R.
Institution: Indian Pediatr.
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Language: English

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