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chromosome 18p deletion syndrome

info ยท Genetic

A chromosomal deletion syndrome that has_material_basis_in partial or complete deletion of the short arm of chromosome 18.

Signs and symptoms

  • Hypotonia
  • Depressed nasal ridge
  • Delayed speech and language development
  • Wide nasal bridge
  • Ptosis
  • Micrognathia
  • Hypertelorism
  • Macrotia
  • Anteverted nares
  • Dystonia

Also known as: 18p- syndrome; De Grouchy syndrome; monosomy 18p