Preferred Label : Prader-Willi Syndrome;
NCIt synonyms : Prader Willi Syndrome;
NCIt related terms : Prader-Willi-Labhart Syndrome; Prader-Labhart-Willi Syndrome;
NCIt definition : A genetic syndrome caused by deletions or disruptions of chromosome 15. It is characterized
by reduced fetal activity, mental retardation, hypotonia, short stature, and hypogonadism.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A syndrome caused by loss of the paternal copy of the q11-q13 region of chromosome
15 due to deletion, maternal uniparental disomy, or imprinting defects. The condition
is characterized by infantile hypotonia, feeding difficulties, and failure to thrive
in the first year of life, progressing to hyperphagia and obesity. Other common features
include hypopigmentation, distinctive facial features, short stature, small hands
and feet, hypogonadism, and neurobehavioral issues.;
Origin ID : C75463;
UMLS CUI : C0032897;
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