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Today's Terms
Pfeiffer syndrome
Definition:
Many of the characteristic facial features of Pfeiffer syndrome result from the premature fusion of the skull bones. The head is unable to grow normally, which leads to bulging and wide-set eyes, an underdeveloped upper jaw, and a beaked nose.
Gastrointestinal Birth Defect
Definition:
Esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula, intestinal atresia, biliary atresia
Bell's palsy
Definition:
A weakness or paralysis of the muscles that control expression on one side of the face because of damage to a facial nerve.
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