Complete Information on Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome
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Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome (BWS) is a congenital overgrowth syndrome, which can affect all systems of the body. It is associated with an elevated risk of embryonic tumor formation.
There is a 20% mortality rate for newborns with BWS. Macroglossia (large tongue), and macrosomia. Organomegaly, adrenocortical cytomegaly, hemihypertrophy, and neonatal hypoglycemia may also been seen. Macroglossia occurs in approximately 80% of cases and often results in ‘floppy’ airways. Which may require treatment with a tracheotomy. The cause of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome is genetic.
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