DiGeorge syndrome mnemonic – CATCH-22

DiGeorge syndrome mnemonic – CATCH – 22

DiGeorge syndrome is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. It is a disorder caused when a small part of chromosome 22 is missing. This deletion results in the poor development of several body systems.

Here is an easy way to remember DiGeorge syndrome with a mnemonic

DiGeorge syndrome mnemonic – CATCH – 22

C – Cardiac abnormalities

A – Abnormal Facies

T – Thymic Aplasia

C – Cleft palate

H – Hypocalcemia

22q II deletion

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