Home Page SUPPORT FOR WILMS/ANIRIDIA wagr syndrome FAMILIES nonprofit organization helpingfamilies find information and providing support. What Is wagr syndrome? http://www.wagr.org/
Reaching Out - The WAGR Network Home Page Parent support network for families and professionals looking for information about wagr syndrome/Aniridia. http://members.aol.com/ReachingOutNet/
Extractions: The views expressed in this website do not necessarily represent the views of the coordinators, professional advisors or any of the Reaching Out members. Check with your doctor before trying anything new with your child. The WAGR Network We are the proud parents of a little boy diagnosed shortly after birth with WAGR Syndrome, resulting from a deletion of his 11th chromosome (p12p14). WAGR Syndrome is a very rare disorder. In 1996 when our son was diagnosed with this genetic disorder we were left with more question than answers. Today we are very proud of our network and the group of people with whom we are associated. WAGR is an acronym which stands for the following: ( W )ilms' Tumor, ( A )niridia, ( G )enitourinary anomalies/gonadoblastoma and Mental ( R )etardation. A combination of 2 or more of these symptoms must be present for an individual to be diagnosed with WAGR Syndrome. The only feature that has been present in all documented cases of WAGR Syndrome, with only one known exception, is aniridia. Mental retardation, Wilms' Tumor, and/or gonadoblastoma may or may not be present in affected individuals. WAGR is a rare genetic disorder that is thought to affect males more frequently than females.
EMedicine - WAGR Syndrome : Article By Steven K Bergstrom, MD wagr syndrome Patients with an unusual complex of congenital developmental abnormalities such as aniridia, genitourinary (GU) malformations, and mental retardation are at high ( 30%) risk of aniridia, GU malformations, and mental retardation (WAGR) syndrome if Wilms tumor is present children with wagr syndrome. Pathophysiology wagr syndrome affects the development of http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic2423.htm
Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Pediatrics Oncology Last Updated: September 26, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: Wilms tumor, aniridia, genitourinary malformations, mental retardation, Wilms' tumor, adenomyosarcoma, embryoma of the kidney, mesoblastic nephroma, nephroblastoma, GU malformations, AGR syndrome AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Steven K Bergstrom, MD , Clinical Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Deaconess Medical Center Steven K Bergstrom, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: Alpha Omega Alpha American Society of Hematology , and American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Editor(s): Stephan A Grupp, MD, PhD , Director, Stem Cell Biology Program, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Oncology, University of Pennsylvania; Mary L Windle, PharmD
Our Story - Reaching Out Network Nicholas was born with what doctors call wagr syndrome, resulting from a deletion of the 11th spent hours on the internet researching Aniridia, WAGR, chromosome disorders and more http://members.aol.com/TheMooZoo
Extractions: Shortly after birth his doctors informed us that he had undescended testicles. Before leaving the hospital Nicholas was seen by a urologist. The urologist had told us undescended testicles was a common condition in boys. We were still a little scared and concerned. We had hoped his testes would eventually drop down, as they often do in many cases. We made arrangements for a follow up meeting with him 10 days later. We received a call from our pediatricians office about a week later. We were told that a blood test revealed a problem with one of Nicholas' chromosomes. The doctor did not go into much details. He did recommend that we meet with someone in genetics. We were more scared, confused and in need of some answers. It was at the follow up appointment with urology that everything became much clearer, or much more vague, depending how you look at things. I took Nicholas to the appointment alone. I was told that Nicholas was born with what doctors call WAGR Syndrome, resulting from a deletion of the 11th chromosome. I was not prepared for what I was about to hear. His doctor spoke about a kidney tumor, a visual impairment, possible retardation and so much more. Nicholas was crying and my heart was breaking inside. I barely had enough strength or composure to drive home from the doctor's office.
WAGR SYNDROME DESCRIPTION SUPPORT FOR WILMS/ANIRIDIA wagr syndrome FAMILIES nonprofit organization helpingfamilies find information and providing support. WAGR Support group. http://www.wagr.org/pages/432549/
Extractions: /* You may give each page an identifying name, server, and channel on the next lines. */var pageName = " SYNDROME ";/**** DO NOT ALTER ANYTHING BELOW THIS LINE! ****/var code = ' '; document.write(' '); document.write('>'); PARENT INFO PACK RESOURCES PARENT INFO PACK PARENT INFO PACK - ESPANOL "WAGR" is an acronym. It stands for Wilm's tumor, Aniridia, Genito-urinary abnormalities or Gonadoblastoma, and mental Retardation. WAGR Syndrome is very rare. It has been estimated that there are perhaps 300 cases (total) worldwide. Very often, the only information immediately available to your child's doctor is a small paragraph in a large textbook. For these reasons, it is very important for parents to educate themselves about the disorder. Try to keep in mind, though, that while children with WAGR Syndrome have many things in common, but they are also individuals. Your child may or may NOT have or develop all of the symptoms of the disorder. Wilm's tumor WilmÂ’s tumor is a solid, malignant (cancerous) tumor of the kidney. Approximately 50% of children with WAGR syndrome will develop this tumor.
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WAGR Syndrome - Quest Diagnostics Patient Health Library wagr syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome in which there is a predisposition to several conditions an individual to be diagnosed with wagr syndrome. The clinical picture varies http://www.questdiagnostics.com/kbase/nord/nord1014.htm
Extractions: It is possible that the main title of the report is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. WAGR Syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome in which there is a predisposition to several conditions, including certain malignancies, distinctive eye abnormalities, and/or mental retardation. "WAGR" is an acronym for the characteristic abnormalities associated with the syndrome. The acronym stands for (W)ilms' Tumor, the most common form of kidney cancer in children; (A)niridia, partial or complete absence of the colored region of the eye(s) (iris or irides); (G)onadoblastoma, cancer of the cells that form the testes in males or the ovaries in females (gonads); and Mental (R)etardation. A combination of two or more of these conditions must be present for an individual to be diagnosed with WAGR Syndrome. The clinical picture varies, depending upon the combination of associated abnormalities. The only feature that has been present in all documented cases of WAGR Syndrome, with only one known exception, is Aniridia.
Definitions Of Genetic Disorders-W Type III (WS3) waarden.htm Waardenburg Syndrome Type IV (WS4) waarden.htm Waelsch sSyndrome reiters.htm WAGR Complex wagr.htm wagr syndrome aniridia.htm WAGR http://www.icomm.ca/geneinfo/def-w.htm
WAGR Syndrome Information Diseases Database wagr syndrome may cause or feature + (Follow Medical information linksWAGRsyndrome specific sites. Medical dictionary, library and search http://www.diseasesdatabase.com/ddb14025.htm
Children's Hospital Boston - Investigators the best characterized of these is the wagr syndrome with deletions involving distal 11p12distal 11p14 mental retardation component of the syndrome resulted in definition of a new http://www.childrenshospital.org/research/mrrc/investigators/bruns
Extractions: Genes, Chromosomal Regions And Developmental Disorders This laboratory has focused on three areas of research - 1) the WAGR (Wilms tumor, aniridia, genitourinary anomalies, and mental retardation) contiguous gene syndrome; 2) identification, by cross-phylum database search, of human genes that define previously unrecognized ancient conserved sequences; and 3) mutation analysis of the RPGR and RP2 genes in X-linked retinitis pigmentosa. C. elegans genome, led this laboratory to seek other human genes that encode previously unrecognized "class marking" ancestral protein sequences by cross-phylum database searches, the second area of research in this laboratory. X-linked (8%) . Two loci for X-linked RP map to the p11.3-11.4 region of the short arm of the X-chromosome: the RP2 locus and the RP3 locus. The RPGR gene, which encodes a protein with homology to the RCC1 guanine nucleotide exchange factor for the GTPase protein Ran, was identified by others as an RP3 gene, and the RP2 gene was found to specify a protein similar to cofactor C involved in b -tubulin folding.
Health Library - wagr syndrome. A combination of two or more of these conditions mustbe present for an individual to be diagnosed with wagr syndrome. http://yalenewhavenhealth.org/library/healthguide/IllnessConditions/topic.asp?hw
WAGR Syndrome wagr syndrome Reaching Out The WAGR Network Founded 2000. Provides informationand support to persons with wagr syndrome or aniridia, and their families. http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/shc29wag.asp
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WAGR Syndrome wagr syndrome Important It is possible that the main title of thereport wagr syndrome is not the name you expected. Please check http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/nord1014.asp
Extractions: WAGR Syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome in which there is a predisposition to several conditions, including certain malignancies, distinctive eye abnormalities, and/or mental retardation. "WAGR" is an acronym for the characteristic abnormalities associated with the syndrome. The acronym stands for (W)ilms' Tumor, the most common form of kidney cancer in children; (A)niridia, partial or complete absence of the colored region of the eye(s) (iris or irides); (G)onadoblastoma, cancer of the cells that form the testes in males or the ovaries in females (gonads); and Mental (R)etardation. A combination of two or more of these conditions must be present for an individual to be diagnosed with WAGR Syndrome. The clinical picture varies, depending upon the combination of associated abnormalities. The only feature that has been present in all documented cases of WAGR Syndrome, with only one known exception, is Aniridia.
WAGR Syndrome Founded 2000. Provides information and support to persons with wagr syndrome oraniridia, and their families. wagr syndrome. Reaching Out The WAGR Network. http://www.bchealthguide.org/kbase/shc/shc29wag.htm
Extractions: The above information is based upon information available through the "verified" date at the end of each listing. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's resources are limited; it is not possible to keep every entry in the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information. For additional information and assistance about self-help groups, please contact the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, by email at: info@selfhelpgroups.org
WAGR Syndrome wagr syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome in which there is a predisposition to severalconditions, including certain malignancies, distinctive eye abnormalities http://www.bchealthguide.org/kbase/nord/nord1014.htm
Extractions: It is possible that the main title of the report is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Information on the following diseases can be found in the Related Disorders section of this report: WAGR Syndrome is a rare genetic syndrome in which there is a predisposition to several conditions, including certain malignancies, distinctive eye abnormalities, and/or mental retardation. "WAGR" is an acronym for the characteristic abnormalities associated with the syndrome. The acronym stands for (W)ilms' Tumor, the most common form of kidney cancer in children; (A)niridia, partial or complete absence of the colored region of the eye(s) (iris or irides); (G)onadoblastoma, cancer of the cells that form the testes in males or the ovaries in females (gonads); and Mental (R)etardation. A combination of two or more of these conditions must be present for an individual to be diagnosed with WAGR Syndrome. The clinical picture varies, depending upon the combination of associated abnormalities. The only feature that has been present in all documented cases of WAGR Syndrome, with only one known exception, is Aniridia.
