Uncovering late-onset combined immune deficiency in chromosome 18q deletion syndrome
Chromosome 18q deletion (18q del) syndromeis a rare genetic condition disorder, affecting approximately 1 in 40,000 to 55,000 individuals, caused by the deletion of genetic material on the long arm of chromosome 18. This genetic anomaly disrupts normal growth and development, and critically, can impair the immune system’s functionality. Patients with 18q del syndrome often … Read more
