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Ring chromosome 16


Other Names:
Chromosome 16 ring; Ring 16; R16
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Ring chromosome 16 is characterized by postnatal growth deficiency, intellectual disability, microcephaly, broad flat nasal bridge, down-turned mouth, low-set and dysmorphic (abnormally-shaped) ears and speech delay.[1][2][3][4] To date, less than 10 cases have been reported in the medical literature.[4]
Last updated: 12/26/2012

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In-Depth Information

  • The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
  • Orphanet is a European reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs. Access to this database is free of charge.
  • PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Ring chromosome 16. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.

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  1. Conte RA, Kleyman SM, Kharode C, Verma RS. Delineation of a ring chromosome 16 by the FISH-technique: a case report with review. Clin Genet. 1997 Mar;51(3):196-9. .
  2. Neidengard L, Sparkes RS. Ring chromosome 16. Hum Genet. 1981;59(2):175-7. .
  3. Chodirker BN, Ray M, McAlpine PJ, Riordan D, Vust A, Pugh D, Chudley AE. Developmental delay, short stature, and minor facial anomalies in a child with ring chromosome 16. Am J Med Genet. 1988 Sep;31(1):145-51. .
  4. He W, Tuck-Muller CM, Martínez JE, Li S, Rowley ER, Wertelecki W. Molecular characterization of a ring chromosome 16 from a patient with bilateral cataracts. Am J Med Genet. 2002 Jan 1;107(1):12-7. .