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Rud syndrome
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Etymology
Named after Einar Rud, who described cases in 1927 and 1929.
Noun
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A poorly characterized disorder, probably of X-linked recessive inheritance, with major manifestations including congenital ichthyosis, hypogonadism, small stature, mental retardation and epilepsy.
Usage notes
Some believe Rud syndrome and Sjögren-Larsson syndrome to be the same condition.
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