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March 1, 2026Journal of Marine Fisheries

Genetic survey of a group of children with clefting: implications for genetic counseling

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YHY. HofsteeNKN. KorsRHR. C. M. HennekamUniversity Vascular Associates

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Analyzes associated anomalies in children with clefts, suggesting improved genetic counseling practices.

Key Points

  • To inventory associated anomalies in children with clefts and assess their implications for genetic counseling.
  • Survey of cleft patients referred to a multidisciplinary team in the Netherlands.
  • Assessment of family history for clefting in patients.
  • Evaluation of associated anomalies and syndromes.
  • 47.2% of cleft patients had associated anomalies.
  • 17 patients had a positive family history of clefting, affecting sibling risk.
  • Findings enhanced genetic counseling for parents regarding risks and evaluations.

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Hofstee et al. (1993) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a3d8b8ec16d51705d2fd33https://doi.org/10.1597/1545-1569(1993)030
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