Article
Down syndrome with an unusual etiology: case report and review.
Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners - 1 Jun 2004
Pastva Mattie, Corwin Elizabeth J, Morin Karen
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PURPOSE: To present the genetic etiology of an unusual case of Down syndrome, arising from translocation of chromosome 21 to chromosome 9; to discuss advanced genetic diagnostic techniques, focusing on how pinpointing a specific genetic mistake can influence treatment and outcome; and to review the role of the nurse practitioner (NP) in caring for families of children with Down syndrome. DATA SOURCES: Case...
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