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Edwards Syndrome - Trisomy 18

Introduction

Trisomy 21 - Down Syndrome

Trisomy 18, Edward Syndrome

Trisomy 13, Patau Syndrome

Neural Tube and Ventral Wall Defects

William's Syndrome

Turner's Syndrome

Cri Du Chat Syndrome

Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome) is a genetic disorder that occurs when an extra copy of the chromosome is present in the 18th chromosomal pairing.

This is the second most common form of genetic disorder in humans.  The statistics claim that between 1 in 2000 and 1 in 7000 embryos are Trisomy 18.

Like Trisomy 21, mental retardation is an inevitable result of this extra chromosome, however the majority of these children die within a very short time after birth.  A higher risk of the baby dying whilst still in the ueterus is also a factor. Very few Trisomy 18 children live beyond one year.  

Edwards Syndrome is normally characterised by low set ears, deformed fingers, narrow nose and a receding jaw as well as congenital heart disease.

The following sites can be useful for people seeking further information or support for Edwards Syndrome:

http://www.trisomy.org 

http://www.chromosome18.org 

http://members.optushome.com.au/karens 

http://www.geneticalliance.org

Introduction

Trisomy 21 - Down Syndrome

Trisomy 18, Edward Syndrome

Trisomy 13, Patau Syndrome

Neural Tube and Ventral Wall Defects

William's Syndrome

Turner's Syndrome

Cri Du Chat Syndrome

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