Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome: Introduction

Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome: A rare chromosomal disorder where the long arm (q) of chromosome 13 is deleted resulting in various physical, neurological and developmental abnormalities. The type and severity of symptoms is determined by the amount and location of the deleted genetic material. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome is available below.

Symptoms of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

• Small head
• Mandibular cleft
• Malformed ears
• Small eyes
• Widely spaced eyes
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See full list of 75 symptoms of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

Causes of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

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Disease Topics Related To Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

Research the causes of these diseases that are similar to, or related to, Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome:

• Retinoblastoma
• Mental and growth retardation
• Brain malformations
• Heart defects
• Distal limb deformities
• Digestive abnormalities
• Urogenital abnormalities
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Less Common Symptoms of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

• Optic nerve dysplasia
• Retinal dysplasia
• Facial asymmetry
• Posterior auricular pits
• Narrow palate
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See full list of 8 occasional symptoms of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome: Broader Related Topics

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Types of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome

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Definitions of Chromosome 13q deletion syndrome:

Deletion of the long arm of chromosome 13 with a wide spectrum of abnormalities, including retinoblastoma, mental and growth retardation, brain malformations, heart defects, distal limb deformities, and digestive, urogenital, and other abnormalities. Deletions limited to proximal bands (q13-q31) are marked mainly by growth retardation but no major deformities, those involving band 32q are usually associated with numerous major malformations, and distal deletions are usually complicated by severe mental retardation with comparatively minor abnormalities. Garcia-Lurie syndrome and this disorder share many common clinical features. - (Source - Diseases Database)

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