Poland Syndrome - Notable Cases

Notable Cases

British TV presenter Jeremy Beadle (1948–2008) was known for having this condition. His Poland Syndrome manifested itself in the form of his disproportionately small right hand.

Olympic boxer Jérôme Thomas is also affected by Poland syndrome as his left arm and hand are significantly shorter and smaller than his right. Thomas also lacks a left pectoral muscle.

PGA Tour golfer Bryce Molder has Poland syndrome with an absent left pectoral muscle and a small left hand. Several surgeries in his childhood repaired syndactly on the left hand.

Fernando Alonso, Formula 1 World Champion.

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