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Individuals with Down syndrome (DS) need the usual health care screening procedures recommended
for the general population. However, children with DS have an increased risk of having certain congenital anomalies. Both children and adults may develop certain medical problems that occur in much higher frequency in individuals with DS. Described in these guidelines is a checklist of additional tests and evaluations recommended for children and adults with DS.
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Last updated on February 22, 2010 by Linda