Hanhart syndrome

Hanhart syndrome (also known as Aglossia adactylia; Hypoglossia-hypodactylia syndrome; Peromelia with micrognathia) is a congenital disorder that causes an undeveloped tongue and malformed extremities and fingers.

Hanhart syndrome
Other namesHypoglossia-hypodactyly syndrome
CausesUnknown[1]

Notable cases

  • Nick Santonastasso, actor, Instagram star, and YouTube prankster, who has no legs and only one arm. Noted for playing zombies.[2][3]

References

  1. "Hanhart Syndrome". NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders). Retrieved 24 August 2019.
  2. "Bodybuilder with one arm and no legs becomes internet sensation". The Independent. 20 July 2017.
  3. "'Dead' man living: Disabled teen-turned-Internet star 'lives by inspiring others'". Today. October 2016.
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