Hirschsprung disease -- polydactyly -- heart disease: A rare disorder characterized by Hirschsprung disease, extra little finger, extra big toe and a heart defect. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Hirschsprung disease -- polydactyly -- heart disease is available below.
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