Question
How Long Do Patients with Down Syndrome Live?
Answer
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by the trisomy of the 21st pair of chromosomes, leading to severe consequences such as learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and physical deformities. Currently, there are no additional treatment methods available. Before the appearance of complications in the circulatory system that cannot be treated surgically decades ago, the average lifespan of patients was only about 20 years. However, if the secondary neuronal malformation in patients with Down syndrome is treated, it can maintain their physical health status, and the average lifespan has increased to about 50 years. Moreover, early care and feeding are beneficial for the growth and development of patients. It is important to note that current aggressive treatment methods are similar to those for mild intellectual disability but have not shown significant effects. The harm caused by Down syndrome to children is very serious.