15q overgrowth syndrome

15q overgrowth syndrome

Definition

15q overgrowth syndrome is a rare partial autosomal trisomy/tetrasomy characterized by facial dysmorphism (long thin face, prominent forehead, down-slanting palpebral fissures, prominent nose with broad nasal bridge, prominent chin), pre- and postnatal overgrowth, renal anomalies (e.g. horseshoe kidney, renal agenesis, hydronephrosis), mild to severe learning difficulties and behavioral abnormalities. Additional features may include craniosynostosis and macrocephaly.

Also known as 15q26 overgrowth syndrome — per MONDO

Also identified as