| name: | Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome |
| also known as: | Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome; Beckwith Syndrome; Wiedemann II Syndrome; FLK; ICD 759.89 |
| description: | Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome is a congenital syndrome characterized by a large tongue called macroglossia, an umbilical hernia, and hypoglycemia. Other features include gigantism, ear deformities, enlarged tongue called macroglossia, enlarged organs with possible herniation of the abdominal organs called omphalocele and mental retardation. It is a chromosome abnormality syndrome. Treatment is directed at supportive care and surgery to correct eviscerated organs. |
Last updated 11/15/2003