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Review
. 1996 Jan-Feb;63(1):121-6.
doi: 10.1007/BF02823883.

Optimal care for children with Down syndrome in India

I C Verma  1 , M Kabra, A K Gangakhedkar
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Review

Optimal care for children with Down syndrome in India

I C Verma et al. Indian J Pediatr. 1996 Jan-Feb.

Abstract

Medical problems which arise in Down Syndrome are reviewed. Guidelines for management including early diagnosis of congenital heart defects, gastrointestinal anomalies, eye problems, hearing defects, thyroid dysfunction, at lanto-axial instability, prognosis for mental retardation, and role of early stimulation are provided. Prenatal diagnosis in high risk pregnancies is recommended.

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