Johnson Munson syndrome

Overview

A rare congenital disorder characterized by missing fingers and toes, abnormal vertebrae and various malformations of the organs.

Symptoms

* Hemivertebrae * Visceral malformations * Underdeveloped lungs * Ventricular septal defect * Urogenital tract abnormalities * Rectal abnormalities * Missing fingers * Missing toes

Diagnosis

signs and symptoms of Johnson-Munson syndrome may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Johnson-Munson syndrome symptoms.

Prognosis

Prognosis seems to depend mainly on the severity of visceral malformations. Etiology and inheritance remain unknown