Ectrodactylia

/ˌɛktroʊdækˈtɪliə/ noun

Definition

A birth condition where a person is born without fingers or toes, or with only partially developed digits.

Etymology

From Greek 'ektroma' (abortion, defect) + 'daktylos' (finger/toe); coined in medical terminology to describe congenital absence of digits, emphasizing the developmental defect.

Kelly Says

People with ectrodactylia have challenged our assumptions about disability—many athletes and performers with this condition are incredibly skilled, showing that the body adapts in amazing ways!

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