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Hamartoma Syndrome, Multiple
| Definition: |
A hereditary disease characterized by multiple ectodermal, mesodermal, and endodermal nevoid and neoplastic anomalies. Papules of the face and oral mucosa are the most characteristic lesion. Other changes occur in the skin, in the thyroid, the breast, the gastrointestinal system, and the nervous system. |
| Notes: |
do not use /blood supply /chem /second /secret /ultrastruct |
| Previously Indexed: |
Hamartoma (1966-1986),Neoplasms, Multiple Primary (1966-1986) |
Hamartoma Syndrome, Multiple Definitions and Terms
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