Asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy (Jeune's disease): a case report.

A female infant with features of Jeune's disease is described. The pertinent clinical features were a long, narrow trunk, dystrophic rib cage with respiratory distress, short limbs, and polydactyly. Radiographically, she had only 11 pairs of short ribs which were expanded and flared anteriorly. There was a positive history of consanguinity. It is believed that she might still be alive, although no follow-up was undertaken.