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Improvement in neurocognitive manifestations with short-term multidisciplinary intervention in DiGeorge syndrome

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Abstract

Background

DiGeorge syndrome involves deletion of chromosomal region 22q11.2.

Case characteristics

3-year-old girl presenting with speech delay showed defiant behaviour and sensory concerns.

Outcome

Multidisciplinary intervention with parental counselling improved communication and social skills.

Message

Cognitive and behavioral issues in DiGeorge syndrome should be addressed through timely, multidisciplinary intervention.

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  1. Department of Pediatrics, New Horizons Health and Research Foundation, Saira Mansion, Jay Prakash Nagar, Goregaon East, Mumbai, India

    Samir Dalwai & Elyska Desa

  2. Department of Psychology, New Horizons Health and Research Foundation, Saira Mansion, Jay Prakash Nagar, Goregaon East, Mumbai, India

    Deepti Kanade Modak

  3. Department of Public Health, New Horizons Health and Research Foundation, Saira Mansion, Jay Prakash Nagar, Goregaon East, Mumbai, India

    Ameya Bondre

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Dalwai, S., Desa, E., Modak, D.K. et al. Improvement in neurocognitive manifestations with short-term multidisciplinary intervention in DiGeorge syndrome. Indian Pediatr 53, 835–836 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-016-0942-9

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