FG syndrome

English

Etymology

From the initials of the surnames of two sisters who had five sons with the syndrome.

Noun

FG syndrome (uncountable)

1. A rare genetic disorder linked to the X chromosome, causing physical anomalies and developmental delays, characterised by retardation, hyperactive behaviour, constipation, hypotonia, and a characteristic facial appearance.

Synonyms

• Opitz-Kaveggia syndrome