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This study details a female infant with a 46,XX,del(11)(q23) karyotype. Findings support a potential new syndrome, del(11q), based on clinical and developmental comparisons.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Pediatrics
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Chromosome 11q23 deletions are rare genetic abnormalities.
- These deletions can lead to a range of developmental and clinical issues.
Abstract:
The clinical findings and developmental progress of a female infant with karyotype 46,XX,del(11)(q23) are described. Comparison is made with five other reported cases, and the suggestion of a new syndrome del 11q--is supported.