Trisomy 18, commonly known as Edward’s Syndrome, is a congenital disability that occurs due to the presence of an extra chromosome in the body. Children with trisomy 18 often suffer from a slow growth rate before birth and low weight at birth. Additionally, they may have other physical deformities like an irregular-shaped head, a small jaw and mouth, and clenched fists with overlapping fingers.
These defects may be life-threatening for the child, so it is vital to get a first-trimester quad test done to detect them early. Based on the results, it can be better managed, and the affected children can lead relatively healthy lives.