Scheie's syndrome


Scheie's syndrome

 [shāz] a type of mucopolysaccharidosis considered to be an atypical form of hurler's syndrome. The principal sign is marked progressive corneal clouding; other signs are hirsutism, joint stiffness, mild bone deformities (often only in the hands), disease of the aorta, and a wide-mouthed face. There is no mental retardation.