2q22-q24 deletion: A rare chromosomal disorder where part of the long arm (q22-q24) of chromosome 2 is deleted resulting in various abnormalities which are determined by the size of the deleted portion. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of 2q22-q24 deletion is available below.
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