Chromosome 18p Deletion Overview

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What is the definition of Chromosome 18p Deletion?
Chromosome 18p deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing (deleted) copy of genetic material on the short arm (p) of chromosome 18. The severity and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Symptoms may include developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral problems and distinctive facial features. 18p deletions may be inherited from a parent carrying a balanced chromosome rearrangement (which usually causes no health problemss) or may occur accidentally during the formation of the egg or sperm cells, or shortly after the egg and sperm join together.
What are the alternative names for Chromosome 18p Deletion?
  • Chromosome 18p deletion
  • 18p-
  • Monosomy 18p
Who are the top Chromosome 18p Deletion Local Doctors?
Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Alvaro H. Russi
Pediatrics
Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Alvaro H. Russi
Pediatrics

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7320
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Russi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Increased Head Circumference, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Chromosome 8p Deletion, and Chromosome 6q Duplication.

Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Tarachandra M. Narumanchi
Medical Genetics
Advanced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Tarachandra M. Narumanchi
Medical Genetics

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Genetics - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-8413
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Narumanchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Phenylketonuria (PKU), Dihydropteridine Reductase Deficiency, and Maternal Hyperphenylalaninemia.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Andrew R. Melnyk
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
Experienced in Chromosome 18p Deletion
Dr. Andrew R. Melnyk
Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Genetics - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-8413
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Melnyk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 18p Deletion. His top areas of expertise are Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS), Jacobsen Syndrome, and Chromosome 6q Deletion.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center