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9 Mb familial duplication in chromosome band Xp22.2-22.13 associated with mental retardation, hypotonia and developmental delay, scoliosis, cardiovascular problems and mild dysmorphic facial features.
European journal of medical genetics - 1 Jan 2000
Sismani Carolina, Anastasiadou Violetta, Kousoulidou Ludmila, Parkel Sven, Koumbaris George, Zilina Olga, Bashiardes Stavros, Spanou Elena, Kurg Ants, Patsalis Philippos C
Abstract excerpt
We report on a family with syndromic X-linked mental retardation (XLMR) caused by an Xp22.2-22.13 duplication. This family consists of a carrier mother and daughter and four affected sons, presenting with mental retardation, developmental delay, cardiovascular problems and mild dysmorphic facial features. Female carriers have normal intelligence and some common clinical features, as well as different clinical...
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