English Explanatory Dictionary

Pierre Robin sequence

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A congenital defect in humans, characterized by micrognathia and resulting glossoptosis and breathing problems.

Word forms

Pierre Robin sequence Pierre Robin sequences

Etymology

Named after the French dental surgeon Pierre Robin.

Synonyms

PRS Pierre Robin syndrome Pierre Robin malformation Pierre Robin anomaly Pierre Robin anomalad
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