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Phocomelia

Phocomelia Meaning & Definition
Phocomelia Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Phocomelia?

[n] an abnormality of development in which the upper part of an arm or leg is missing so the hands or feet are attached to the body like stumps; rare condition that results from taking thalidomide during pregnancy

Synonyms | Synonyms for Phocomelia: seal limbs

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See Also | meromelia

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