Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11: A rare chromosomal disorder where a portion of the long arm of chromosome 22 is deleted. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11 is available below.
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Prognosis for Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11: The prognosis varies depending on the type and severity of symptoms that develop. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment can improve prognosis and quality of life.
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Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11 is listed as a "rare disease" by the Office of
Rare Diseases (ORD) of the National Institutes of Health
(NIH). This means that Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11, or a subtype of Chromosome 22, microdeletion 22q11,
affects less than 200,000 people in the US population.
Source - National Institutes of Health (NIH)
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