Rud syndrome
English
Etymology
Named after Einar Rud, who described cases in 1927 and 1929.
Noun
- A poorly characterized disorder, probably of X-linked recessive inheritance, with major manifestations including congenital ichthyosis, hypogonadism, small stature, mental retardation, and epilepsy.
Usage notes
- Some believe Rud syndrome and Sjögren-Larsson syndrome to be the same condition.