MORQUIO SYNDROME
\mˈɔːkwɪˌə͡ʊ sˈɪndɹə͡ʊm], \mˈɔːkwɪˌəʊ sˈɪndɹəʊm], \m_ˈɔː_k_w_ɪ__ˌəʊ s_ˈɪ_n_d_ɹ_əʊ_m]\
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Genetic disorder of mucopolysaccharide metabolism characterized by skeletal abnormalities, joint instability, development of cervical myelopathy, and excessive urinary keratan sulfate. There are two biochemically distinct forms, each due to a deficiency of a different enzyme.
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.