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Polydactyly was first mentioned in The Bible. This condition of having more than five fingers or toes on one hand or foot is most common among the Amish people.

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Who discovered polydactyly?

Tyler Steven Hayden discovered polydactyly.


Who is Tyler Steven Hayden?

Tyler Steven Hayden is the man who discovered Polydactyly syndrome


How was polydactyly discovered?

Polydactyly, a condition where individuals are born with more than the usual number of fingers or toes, has been reported throughout history in various cultures. It was officially named and recognized as a genetic disorder in the medical field through observation and documentation by healthcare professionals and scientists. Genetic studies have since identified specific genes and mutations associated with polydactyly.


If both parents are heterozygous for polydactyly what percentage of offspring will exhibit polydactyly?

There is a 25% chance that the offspring will exhibit polydactyly if both parents are heterozygous for the trait.


How is Polydactyly treated?

Polydactyly can be corrected by surgical removal of the extra digit or partial digit


What are polydactyly and syndactyly?

Polydactyly is the term for the presence of extra fingers. Syndactyly is the term for fused fingers.


Is there a way to detect a carrier of polydactyly?

Polydactyly can be diagnosed by external observation, x ray, and fetal sonogram


When does polydactyly occur?

Polydactyly occurs during fetal development, typically when a baby is still in the womb. It is a congenital condition where a baby is born with extra fingers or toes. Polydactyly can be detected through prenatal ultrasound screening in some cases.


Is Polydactyly autosomal or sex-linked?

Polydactyly is typically autosomal, meaning it is not linked to the sex chromosomes. However, in some rare cases, polydactyly can be part of a sex-linked genetic disorder.


Can scans cause polydactyly?

No. Polydactyly is purely an autosomal dominant genetic disorder and cannot be caused by any environmental stress.


How is polydactyly prevented?

There is no known prevention


Is the presence of a sixth digit?

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