People with Robertsonian Translocation grow at slower rates than people without it. The average male is 5ft 1 and the average female is 4ft 8

There is an increased risk of leukemia, respiratory infections, blocked digestive tracts, heart defects, and various eye abnormalities.

Short stature

Increased risk

Distinct Facial Features

Signs & Symptoms

People with Down Syndrome caused by ROB usually have a flat face, small broad nose, a large tongue, and upward slanting eyes.