[Partial 11q monosomy and trigonocephaly. A new syndrome]

Partial monosomy 11q occurring de novo and concerning the 11q231 leads to qter region, is reported in a 2-month-old boy. This observation together with three others from the literature allows the individualization of a syndrome characterized by: severe growth retardation: more or less pronounced mental retardation; trigonocephaly; facial dysmorphia.