Welcome to the Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation
The Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation was created to provide information, resources
and assistance to families affected by ring chromosome 20 syndrome. Our hope is
to share as much information as possible so that doctors and families can better
understand the syndrome and its treatment.
If you or someone you know has ring chromosome 20 syndrome, you are not alone. The
Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation is here to help you get the information you need to
learn more about the syndrome (also known as r(20) syndrome), epilepsy and their
treatment.
Our mission
The mission of the Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation is to help individuals with
r(20) syndrome overcome the obstacles they face so they might lead happy, healthy
and productive lives.
The Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation believes that r(20) syndrome is an under diagnosed
condition and many more people could have it than would appear statistically. Since
chromosomal analysis or karyotype testing is not a routine investigation when epilepsy
first presents, the diagnosis of ring chromosome 20 syndrome may be delayed or go
unrecognised.
The purpose of The Ring Chromosome 20 Foundation is to promote awareness of the
syndrome and the importance of chromosomal analysis or karyotype testing in children
with refractory epilepsy. We work to connect patients and families to the best doctors,
hospitals, and medical clinics around the world.
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Signs and Symptoms list
Since ring chromosome 20 is a syndrome of epilepsy, our site also provides information
about seizures, epilepsy and its treatment.
If you would like to make any suggestions or if you have any comments about our
website, please email info@ring20.org