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lymphedema-distichiasis syndrome

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A syndrome characterized by lymphedema of the limbs and double rows of eyelashes that has_material_basis_in heterozygous mutation in the FOXC2 gene on chromosome 16q24.1.

Signs and symptoms

  • Distichiasis
  • Predominantly lower limb lymphedema
  • Corneal ulceration
  • Abnormality of the musculature
  • Arrhythmia
  • Varicose veins
  • Patent ductus arteriosus
  • Lymphedema
  • Recurrent corneal erosions
  • Conjunctivitis

Also known as: LPHDST; lymphedema with distichiasis