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Information: VCFS -- also known as the Shprintzen Syndrome, DiGeorge Sequence and, regrettably, Catch 22 -- is caused by the deletion of a small segment of the long arm of chromosome 22 (specified as 22q11.2 deletion), and is one of the most common genetic disorders i
Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome Sites:
NORD - Velocardiofacial Syndrome NORD - Velocardiofacial Syndrome: A list of the synonyms, a general discussion and further resources. (Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome) http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Velocardiofacial%20Syndrome
Yahoo! Groups: VCFS Family Support Yahoo! Groups: VCFS Family Support: Join, post and read mail for this group which concerns DiGeorge Syndrome and Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome. (Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome) http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vcfsfamilysupport/
Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome Educational Foundation Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome Educational Foundation: Details about this organization as well as an extensive fact sheet about the disease. Includes details about support groups, a mission statement and contact information. (Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome) http://vcfsef.org/
Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome (VCFS) Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome (VCFS): Overview of VCFS describing condition, causes and red flags. Provides contacts for more information and treatment. By the Center for the Diagnosis, Treatment and Study of Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome, SUNY Upstate Medical University (USA). (Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome) http://www.upstate.edu/ent/velo.shtml