Distal deletion 15q
Synonyms: 15q26 deletion syndrome | Distal monosomy 15q | Monosomy 15q26 | Telomeric 15q deletion syndrome
Distal monosomy 15q is a rare chromosomal anomaly syndrome characterized by pre- and postnatal growth restriction developmental delay variable degrees of intellectual disability hand and foot anomalies (e.g. brachy-/clinodactyly talipes equinovarus nail hypoplasia proximally placed digits) and mild craniofacial dysmorphism (incl. microcephaly triangular face broad nasal bridge micrognathia). Neonatal lymphedema heart malformations aplasia cutis congenita aortic root dilatation and autistic spectrum disorder have also been reported.
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