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The behavioural phenotype in velo-cardio-facial syndrome (VCFS): from infancy to adolescence.
Genetic counseling (Geneva, Switzerland) - 1 Jan 1999
Swillen A, Devriendt K, Legius E, Prinzie P, Vogels A, Ghesquière P, Fryns J P
Abstract excerpt
In this contribution the current status and recent findings of the behavioural phenotype in VCFS (22q11 deletion) are discussed with regard to motor development, cognition and neurodevelopment, and behaviour and temperament. Motor: hypotonia in infancy, gross-motor milestones are delayed, problems with coordination and balance from preschool age on, problems with tempo/speed during adolescence. Cognition and...
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