Edward's syndrome, also known as trisomy 18, is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 18. It is not possible to cure this condition because the extra chromosome is present in all of the body's cells. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and providing supportive care to improve quality of life.
Edwards' syndrome cannot be prevented
Edwards' syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 18
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Trisomy 18 syndrome
Edwards' syndrome
The cause of Edwards syndrome is and error in cell division, also known as meiotic disjunction. It can occur in 1 out of 2,500 pregnancies. Edwards syndrome goes by the term Trisomy 18 also.
Most children born with Edwards' syndrome appear weak and fragile, and they are often underweight
About 1 in 5,000 people eace year are diagnosed with Edwards Syndrome.
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Syndactyly is a characteristic of Apert syndrome, Poland syndrome, Jarcho-Levin syndrome, oral-facial-digital syndrome, Pfeiffer syndrome, and Edwards syndrome