Howells G
J R Coll Gen Pract. 1989 Nov;39(328):470-5.
People with Down's syndrome form a heterogeneous group sharing a single constant feature--an extra chromosome. This paper reviews the many clinical problems associated with Down's syndrome and emphasizes the prevention of secondary handicapping conditions. Current policies on antenatal screening for Down's syndrome are discussed. The review draws attention to the need for general practitioners to see themselves as part of a network of community services providing support to people with Down's syndrome and their families.
唐氏综合征患者构成了一个具有单一恒定特征——一条额外染色体的异质群体。本文回顾了与唐氏综合征相关的诸多临床问题,并强调了对继发性残疾状况的预防。文中讨论了目前关于唐氏综合征产前筛查的政策。该综述提请注意,全科医生需要将自己视为为唐氏综合征患者及其家庭提供支持的社区服务网络的一部分。