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Down Syndrome: A Cardiovascular Perspective

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Title: Down Syndrome: A Cardiovascular Perspective
Language: English
Authors: Vis, J. C., Duffels, M. G. J., Winter, M. M.
Source: Journal of Intellectual Disability Research. May 2009 53(5):419-425.
Availability: Blackwell Publishing. 350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148. Tel: 800-835-6770; Tel: 781-388-8599; Fax: 781-388-8232; e-mail: customerservices@blackwellpublishing.com; Web site: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/jnl_default.asp
Peer Reviewed: Y
Physical Description: PDF
Page Count: 7
Publication Date: 2009
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Down Syndrome, Epidemiology, Patients, Heart Disorders, Physical Health, Physiology, Medical Services, Genetics, Metabolism
DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2009.01158.x
ISSN: 0964-2633
Abstract: This review focuses on the heart and vascular system in patients with Down syndrome. A clear knowledge on the wide spectrum of various abnormalities associated with this syndrome is essential for skillful management of cardiac problems in patients with Down syndrome. Epidemiology of congenital heart defects, cardiovascular aspects and thyroid-related cardiac impairment in patients with Down syndrome will be discussed.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 58
Entry Date: 2009
Accession Number: EJ835876
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This review focuses on the heart and vascular system in patients with Down syndrome. A clear knowledge on the wide spectrum of various abnormalities associated with this syndrome is essential for skillful management of cardiac problems in patients with Down syndrome. Epidemiology of congenital heart defects, cardiovascular aspects and thyroid-related cardiac impairment in patients with Down syndrome will be discussed.
ISSN:0964-2633
DOI:10.1111/j.1365-2788.2009.01158.x