POLAND SYNDROME-A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Poland syndrome is a rare birth defect affecting the muscles and bones of the chest. It is 
characterised by the underdevelopment or complete absence of pectoralis muscle, which arises 
from sternum and sometimes abnormally short and webbed fingers. This condition can also affect 
the nearby muscles and bones, leading to various chest abnormalities. In some cases, it may also 
affect the heart, kidneys, liver, and digestive system. Most cases of Poland syndrome affect the 
right side. Boys are more commonly affected than girls. We are reporting a case of a 3 year old 
boy from South India with features of this syndrome