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      Down's syndrome

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          The sequencing of chromosome 21 and the use of models of Down's syndrome in mice have allowed us to relate genes and sets of genes to the neuropathogenesis of this syndrome, and to better understand its phenotype. Research in prenatal screening and diagnosis aims to find methods to identify fetuses with Down's syndrome, and reduce or eliminate the need for amniocentesis. Other areas of active research and clinical interest include the association of Down's syndrome with coeliac disease and Alzheimer's disease, and improved median age of death. Medical management of the syndrome requires an organised approach of assessment, monitoring, prevention, and vigilance. Improvements in quality of life of individuals with Down's syndrome have resulted from improvements in medical care, identification and treatment of psychiatric disorders (such as depression, disruptive behaviour disorders, and autism), and early educational interventions with support in typical educational settings. Approaches and outcomes differ throughout the world.

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          Journal
          The Lancet
          The Lancet
          Elsevier BV
          01406736
          April 2003
          April 2003
          : 361
          : 9365
          : 1281-1289
          Article
          10.1016/S0140-6736(03)12987-X
          12699967
          511cd44b-de39-4350-bdb1-f6839b8f3d7c
          © 2003

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