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Down Syndrome (cont.)

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The overall outlook for individuals with Down syndrome has improved dramatically in recent years due to better medical treatment and social inclusion. However, life expectancy is still reduced compared to the normal population.

Congenital heart disease is the major cause for early death.

Many people with Down syndrome show signs of dementia and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease by age 40 years.

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In 1866, Down described clinical characteristics of the syndrome that now bears his name.

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