2q24 microdeletion syndrome
Synonyms: Del(2)(q24) | Monosomy 2q24
2q24 microdeletion syndrome is a chromosomal anomaly consisting of a partial long arm deletion of chromosome 2 and characterized clinically by a wide range of manifestations (depending on the specific region deleted) which can include seizures microcephaly dysmorphic features cleft palate eye abnormalities (coloboma cataract and microphthalmia) growth retardation failure to thrive heart defects limb anomalies developmental delay and autism.
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Orphadata: Free access data from Orphanet. © INSERM 1999. Available on http://www.orphadata.org. Data version April 2024
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