
Brachydactyly type B1 is an autosomal dominant disorder caused by mutations of the ROR2 gene. Characteristic is a shortage of distal phalanges of digits 2-5. Occasionally nail deformities are observed. Short stature and other skeletal abnormalities are not typical.
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| 14. | OMIM.ORG articleOmim 113000   |