Learn About Chromosome 6q Deletion

What is the definition of Chromosome 6q Deletion?
Chromosome 6q deletion is a chromosome abnormality that occurs when there is a missing copy of the genetic material located on the long arm (q) of chromosome 6. The severity of the condition and the signs and symptoms depend on the size and location of the deletion and which genes are involved. Features that often occur in people with Chromosome 6q deletion include developmental delay, intellectual disability, and distinctive facial features. Most cases are not inherited, but people can pass the deletion on to their children.
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What are the alternative names for Chromosome 6q Deletion?
  • Chromosome 6q deletion
  • 6q deletion
  • 6q monosomy
  • Deletion 6q
  • Monosomy 6q
  • Partial monosomy 6q
Who are the top Chromosome 6q Deletion Local Doctors?
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C-p Chen
Advanced
Highly rated in
5
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Mackay Memorial Hospital

TPQ, TW 

C-p Chen practices in Taiwan. Chen is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their top areas of expertise are Chromosome 9p Deletion, Bone Dysplasia Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Chromosome 6q Deletion, and Chromosome 6q Duplication.

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Valerio Conti
Advanced
Highly rated in
16
conditions

University Of Florence

Pediatric Neurology Unit And Laboratories, 
Florence, IT 

Valerio Conti practices in Florence, Italy. Conti is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cortical Dysplasia, Increased Head Circumference, Hemimegalencephaly, and Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration.

 
 
 
 
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Vincenzo Salpietro
Advanced
Highly rated in
33
conditions

University Of Genoa

Department Of Pediatric Sciences, 
Messina, IT 

Vincenzo Salpietro practices in Messina, Italy. Salpietro is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Chromosome 6q Deletion. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Cortical Dysplasia, and Epilepsy.

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

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