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Richner-Hanhart Syndrome and its otorhinolaryngologic manifestations: case report

INTRODUCTION: Richner-Hanhart Syndrome is characterized by the absence in a variable degree of distal portions of one or more extremities, in association with micrognathia and severe microglossia. The etiology of this infrequent syndrome remains unknown. CASE REPORT: In this article, we report the case of a patient with Richner-Hanhart Syndrome, who showed an absence of the back third of the tongue, micrognathia, malformation of fingers and toes, as well as nasal septum deviation to the left. FINAL COMMENTS: The treatment comprises a tyrosine-restricted diet together with a continuous follow-up with an otorhinolaryngologist and a physiotherapist.

micrognathia; liver cancer; tongue diseases


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