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Non-multifactorial neural tube defects.

Sally Ann Lynch1

  • 1National Centre for Medical Genetics, Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, Crumlin, Dublin, Ireland. Sally.lynch@ucd.ie

American Journal of Medical Genetics. Part C, Seminars in Medical Genetics
|April 1, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Most neural tube defects like anencephaly and spina bifida are isolated, but some stem from chromosome issues or syndromes. This review details genetic causes and associated syndromes for these birth defects.

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Area of Science:

  • Developmental Biology
  • Genetics
  • Teratology

Background:

  • Neural tube defects (NTDs), including anencephaly and spina bifida, are common birth defects.
  • While often isolated, a significant percentage of NTDs are linked to genetic and environmental factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review known chromosome alterations associated with NTDs.
  • To identify candidate genes within altered chromosomal regions.
  • To describe syndromes linked to NTDs and their causative genes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of genetic and syndromic causes of NTDs.
  • Analysis of reported chromosome anomalies and associated genes.
  • Compilation of data on multiple anomaly syndromes involving NTDs.

Main Results:

  • Identified specific chromosome alterations linked to NTDs.
  • Highlighted candidate genes within these altered regions.
  • Cataloged syndromes presenting with NTDs and their genetic underpinnings.

Conclusions:

  • Chromosome anomalies and genetic syndromes are significant contributors to NTDs.
  • Understanding these genetic factors is crucial for diagnosis and potential prevention strategies.

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