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Edwards syndrome

Edwards syndrome Edwards syndrome is a genetic syndrome caused by having a full extra copy of chromosome 18.

Edwards syndrome is a genetic syndrome caused by having a full extra copy of chromosome 18. It is associated with major physical abnormalities, severe intellectual impairment, and a life expectancy that is usually under one year.

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