Table 5.

Recommended Surveillance for Individuals with the 15q13.3 Recurrent Deletion

System/ConcernEvaluationFrequency
Development Monitor developmental progress & educational needs.At each visit
Psychiatric/
Behavioral 		Behavioral assessment for anxiety, ADHD, ASD, & aggressive or self-injurious behavior
Neurologic
  • Monitor those w/seizures as clinically indicated.
  • Assess for new manifestations such as seizures.
Ophthalmologic
involvement 		Ophthalmologic evalPer treating ophthalmologist(s)
Hearing Audiologic evalAnnually in infancy & childhood or as clinically indicated
Family/
Community 		Assess family need for social work support, care coordination, or follow-up genetic counseling if new questions arise (e.g., family planning).At each visit

ADHD = attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; ASD = autism spectrum disorder

From: 15q13.3 Recurrent Deletion

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