Chromosome 14q- partial deletions

Overview

A rare chromosomal disorder involving deletion of genetic material from the long arm (q) of chromosome 14 resulting in various abnormalities.

Symptoms

* Severe mental retardation * Reduced muscle tone * Seizures * Visual impairment * Recurrent respiratory infections * Small head * Flat back of skull * Epicanthal folds * Narrow face * Long face * Downward slanting space between eyelids * Flat nasal bridge * Low set pinnae * Small jaw * Short neck

Diagnosis

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