Edwards syndrome
Meanings
noun
- A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of an extra 18th chromosome, and characterised by organ defects and developmental delays.
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Etymology
Named after John H. Edwards, who first described the syndrome in 1960.
Synonyms
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