Adult Prader-Willi Syndrome: An Update on Management
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With the advancement of medical care, the survival of most patients with syndromal genetic disease is greatly improved. In this case report, we have reported an adult Prader-Willi syndrome patient who is being diagnosed at the age of 33. The clinical features and their associated complications during adulthood have been reviewed.
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دوره 2016 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2016