متلازمة داون في بعض مناطق الجنوب الغربي الليبي

Abstract EN

This study aims to find out the extent to which Down's syndrome is spreading in some regions of southwest Libya.

The study was conducted in all regions of Libya's south west through a questionnaire distributed to the families of which have child with down syndrome and affiliated with specialized associations of persons with special needs.

The results showed that 60 case of the syndrome in the study area and 65% case were, while 35% were females.

80% of mothers of Down syndrome children are over 30 years old, the ageing of Down syndrome children ranges from one to 48 years old and 65% of cases are the product of a relative's marriage.

The concept of preventive inheritance targeting health professionals and the general public must therefore be strengthened to provide prenatal screening for women at risk..