How medical advancements could reshape the outlook for children with Trisomy 18
PBSStephanie Sy,Azhar Merchant
How medical advancements could reshape the outlook for children with Trisomy 18
Trisomy 18, also known sometimes as Edwards syndrome, is often fatal within weeks after a baby is born. But now, parents and doctors are finding ways of getting more time with those children with greater interventions and incredible commitments. Stephanie Sy discussed the difficult ethical questions around it with Dr. Sheri Fink.
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Edward syndrome, also known as Trisomy 18, is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 18. Here's an overview: Causes 1. *Extra chromosome*: Edward syndrome occurs when there's an extra copy of chromosome 18, which disrupts normal development. 2. *Random error*: The extra chromosome is usually the result of a random error during cell division. Symptoms 1. *Low birth weight*: Babies with Edward syndrome often have low birth weight. 2. *Small size*: They may be smaller than average
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