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WAGR Syndrome Overview
Learn About WAGR Syndrome
WAGR syndrome is a disorder that affects many body systems and is named for its main features: Wilms tumor, aniridia, genitourinary anomalies, and a range of developmental delays.
WAGR syndrome is caused by a deletion of genetic material on the short (p) arm of chromosome 11. The size of the deletion varies among affected individuals.
The prevalence of WAGR syndrome ranges from 1 in 500,000 to 1 million individuals. It is estimated that one-third of people with aniridia actually have WAGR syndrome. Approximately 7 in 1,000 cases of Wilms tumor can be attributed to WAGR syndrome.
Most cases of WAGR syndrome are not inherited. They are caused by a chromosomal deletion that occurs randomly during the formation of reproductive cells (eggs or sperm) or in early fetal development. Affected people typically have no history of the disorder in their family.
Tatyana Vasilyeva practices practicing medicine in Moscow, Russian Federation. Ms. Vasilyeva is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of WAGR Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses WAGR Syndrome, Aniridia, Wilms Tumor, and Seckel Syndrome.
Andrey Marakhonov practices practicing medicine in Moscow, Russian Federation. Mr. Marakhonov is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of WAGR Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WAGR Syndrome, Aniridia, Infantile Neutropenia, and Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID).
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Alvaro Russi is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Russi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of WAGR Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 125 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Chromosome 8p Deletion, and Chromosome 6q Duplication. Dr. Russi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Medical Genetics.
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Published Date: June 28, 2023
Published By: National Institutes of Health