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Edward syndrome, also known as Trisomy 18, is a chromosomal condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 18. It is associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body and was first described by John H. Edwards in 1960. Affected individuals often have physical characteristics like low birth weight, small head size, malformed ears and heart defects. Treatment focuses on palliative care as the condition is often fatal, with the majority of children passing away within their first year. Those who survive longer experience severe developmental delays.

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EDWARD SYNDROME
EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18
EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies
EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies  It is named after John H. Edwards, who first described the syndrome in 1960
EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies  It is named after John H. Edwards, who first described the syndrome in 1960  ES occurs in around 1 in 6,000 live births and around 80% of those af fected are female
EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases
EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases  The syndrome has a very low rate of sur vival.
EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases  The syndrome has a very low rate of sur vival.  Most cases of trisomy 18 are not inherited, but occur as random events during the formation of eggs and sperm. An error in cell division called nondisjunction results in a reproductive cell with an abnormal number of chromosomes
SYMPTOMS
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small  Babies with the syndrome may experience a clef t palate or lip
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small  Babies with the syndrome may experience a clef t palate or lip  Hands are often clenched into fists, with their index finger overlapping their other fingers
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.  They may present with a number of types of congenital heart disease.
EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.  They may present with a number of types of congenital heart disease.  They might also have an umbilical hernia, abnormalities of their urogenital system, malformed kidneys, or undescended testicles if they are male.
Edward syndrome
Edward syndrome
Edward syndrome
TREATMENT
EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment
EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment.  Surgery can treat some of the issues related to the syndrome, yet extreme and invasive procedures might not be in the best interests of an infant whose lifespan could be measured in weeks or even days.
EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment.  Surgery can treat some of the issues related to the syndrome, yet extreme and invasive procedures might not be in the best interests of an infant whose lifespan could be measured in weeks or even days.  Treatment today consists of palliative care
PROGNOSIS
EDWARD SYNDROME: PROGNOSIS  The majority of children who are born with Edward's syndrome do not live past their first year of life. A pproximately 90 to 95% of these children die prior to their first birthday. The 5 - 10% of children who do survive their first year experience severe developmental disabilities.
EDWARD SYNDROME: PROGNOSIS  The majority of children who are born with Edward's syndrome do not live past their first year of life. Approximately 90 to 95% of these children die prior to their first birthday. The 5 - 10% of children who do survive their first year experience severe developmental disabilities.  Children who live past their first year require walking support and their ability to learn is limited. Their verbal communication abilities are limited as well, although they are able to respond to comforting and have the ability to learn to smile, recognize and interact with caregivers and others.
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  • 2. EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18
  • 3. EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies
  • 4. EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies  It is named after John H. Edwards, who first described the syndrome in 1960
  • 5. EDWARD SYNDROME  Also called TRISOMY 18  ES is a chromosomal condition associated with abnormalities in many parts of the body. It result from having three copies of chromosome 18 instead of the usual two copies  It is named after John H. Edwards, who first described the syndrome in 1960  ES occurs in around 1 in 6,000 live births and around 80% of those af fected are female
  • 6. EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases
  • 7. EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases  The syndrome has a very low rate of sur vival.
  • 8. EDWARD SYNDROME  The incidence increases as the mother's age increases  The syndrome has a very low rate of sur vival.  Most cases of trisomy 18 are not inherited, but occur as random events during the formation of eggs and sperm. An error in cell division called nondisjunction results in a reproductive cell with an abnormal number of chromosomes
  • 10. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.
  • 11. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small
  • 12. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small
  • 13. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small  Babies with the syndrome may experience a clef t palate or lip
  • 14. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Appear both fragile and weak; many are under weight.  Their heads are unusually small  Their ears are low -set and malformed, and their mouths and jaws are small  Babies with the syndrome may experience a clef t palate or lip  Hands are often clenched into fists, with their index finger overlapping their other fingers
  • 15. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.
  • 16. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.  They may present with a number of types of congenital heart disease.
  • 17. EDWARD SYNDROME: SYMPTOMS  Children with the syndrome can experience problems with their lungs and diaphragm, and blood vessels which are malformed.  They may present with a number of types of congenital heart disease.  They might also have an umbilical hernia, abnormalities of their urogenital system, malformed kidneys, or undescended testicles if they are male.
  • 22. EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment
  • 23. EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment.  Surgery can treat some of the issues related to the syndrome, yet extreme and invasive procedures might not be in the best interests of an infant whose lifespan could be measured in weeks or even days.
  • 24. EDWARD SYNDROME: TREATMENT  Medical science has not found a cure for Edward's syndrome at this time.  Babies with the syndrome commonly present with major physical abnormalities and doctors face hard choices in regards to their treatment.  Surgery can treat some of the issues related to the syndrome, yet extreme and invasive procedures might not be in the best interests of an infant whose lifespan could be measured in weeks or even days.  Treatment today consists of palliative care
  • 26. EDWARD SYNDROME: PROGNOSIS  The majority of children who are born with Edward's syndrome do not live past their first year of life. A pproximately 90 to 95% of these children die prior to their first birthday. The 5 - 10% of children who do survive their first year experience severe developmental disabilities.
  • 27. EDWARD SYNDROME: PROGNOSIS  The majority of children who are born with Edward's syndrome do not live past their first year of life. Approximately 90 to 95% of these children die prior to their first birthday. The 5 - 10% of children who do survive their first year experience severe developmental disabilities.  Children who live past their first year require walking support and their ability to learn is limited. Their verbal communication abilities are limited as well, although they are able to respond to comforting and have the ability to learn to smile, recognize and interact with caregivers and others.