Long-term survival of an infant with complete tetraploidy: A case report

Am J Med Genet A. 2024 Nov;194(11):e63717. doi: 10.1002/ajmg.a.63717. Epub 2024 Jun 23.

Abstract

We present the case of a girl with complete tetraploidy who has survived to her present age of 4 years and 1 month. Infants with complete tetraploidy have been described to have a limited lifespan owing to complications. We report her characteristics, medical history, and development.

Keywords: abnormalities; humans; hydrocephalus; meningomyelocele; polyploidy; tetralogy of Fallot.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Tetraploidy*