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Basic synonyms
- Chromosome 18, Trisomy 18 Complete
- Total Trisomy 18 Syndrome
- Edward’s Syndrome
- Trisomy E Syndrome
Problem Subdivisions
- None
General Discussion
Trisomy 18 disorder is an uncommon chromosomal condition where all or a vital area of chromosome 18 shows up 3 times (trisomy) instead of two times in cells of the physical body. In many cases, the chromosomal irregularity could exist in just a percent of cells, whereas various other cells include the healthy chromosomal set (mosaicism).
Depending on the certain area of the copied (trisomic) part of chromosome 18– as well as the percent of cells having the irregularity– searchings for and also signs could be incredibly variable from situation to instance. People with trisomy 18 disorder might additionally have unique malformations of the head and also face (craniofacial) location, such as a popular back section of the head; low-set, unshaped ears; an unusually little mandible (micrognathia); a tiny mouth with an uncommonly slim roof covering (taste buds); as well as an upturned nose. Babies with trisomy 18 disorder could likewise have a tiny hips with restricted motions of the hips, a brief breastbone (breast bone), kidney malformations, as well as architectural heart (heart) flaws at birth (genetic).