DiGeorge syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that typically affects the 22nd chromosome. This condition can affect many organ systems and cause various medical issues, ranging from a heart defect to ...

DiGeorge syndrome, also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, is a genetic disorder caused by a small deletion in chromosome 22 at position q11.2. The condition is usually not passed on from parents to ...

New findings are the first to suggest a potential way to predict whether children with DiGeorge syndrome will develop one of two mental impairments. The researchers report having isolated specific ...

Over the next several weeks, we're going to take a closer look at some cardiovascular disorders that primarily affect children. This informative article from heart.org examines DiGeorge syndrome: ...