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Treacher-Collins Syndrome
Alternate Names : Mandibulofacial Dysostosis
Definition Treacher-Collins syndrome is a hereditary condition that causes facial defects.
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Treacher-Collins syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. More than half of all cases are thought to be new mutations because there is no family history of the disease.
A defective gene, called treacle, is the cause of this disease. This condition has variable expression, which means there may be a great variation in severity from generation to generation.
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• Definition
• Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Symptoms & Signs
• Prevention
• Diagnosis & Tests
• Treatment
• Prognosis
• Complications
• Support Groups
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 8/6/2003
Reviewed By : Douglas R. Stewart, M.D., Division of Medical Genetics, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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