Beckwith-Wiedemann
Educational only: videos on MedicalVideos.com are for general information and are not medical advice. Always consult your own doctor about your health.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS) is a congenital overgrowth syndrome, which can affect all systems of the body. It was first recognised in 1963-64 by Dr J. Bruce Beckwith, a paediatric pathologist in America and, independently, by Dr H.E. Wiedemann, a German geneticist.
This video in 30 seconds
This video explains Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, a congenital overgrowth syndrome that can affect all systems of the body. It notes the syndrome was first recognised in 1963 to 1964 independently by Dr J. Bruce Beckwith, a paediatric pathologist in America, and Dr H. E. Wiedemann, a German geneticist.
Key points
- Defines Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome as a congenital overgrowth syndrome
- Notes it can affect all systems of the body
- Covers its independent recognition by Beckwith and Wiedemann in 1963 to 1964
Medical Videos
Free medical and surgery videos for patients, students and professionals — trusted since 2007.
Founded by Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, MD, PhD — physician-scientist.
Follow us on Facebook · Instagram
SORT BY-
Top Comments
-
Latest comments