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Trisomy 13 syndrome, also known as Patau syndrome, is a chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 13. It is a well-established genetic condition characterized by multiple congenital anomalies and severe developmental delays. The term 'Trisomy 13 syndrome' is synonymous with Patau syndrome, which is the preferred modern term.
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