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Cri du chat is a syndrome also known as chromosome 5p deletion syndrome, the disease is a rare genetic disorder due to chromosome deletion on chromosome 5. What causes Cri du chat is by a deletion; a missing piece of genetic material on the small arm. What are symptoms and major effects of this cri du chat is the clinical symptoms of cri du chat syndrome usually include a high-pitched cat-like cry, it also has facial features such like small head size, widely-spaced eyes low birth weight and weak muscle tone. The cat-like cry is the most prominent clinical feature in newborn children and is usually diagnostic for the cri du chat syndrome. Additionally, analysis of the individual's chromosomes may be performed. The missing portion (deletion) of the short arm of chromosome 5 may be seen on a chromosome analysis. There is no cure for Cri du Chat, treatment aims to stimulate the child and help them to reach their full potential. What kind of care does individual does Cri du Chat has is hysiotherapy to improve poor muscle tone. speech therapy. Community resources or organizations are available is the Five P Minus Society. The survival for children with cri du chat is generally good. Most syndrome related deaths occur within the first year of life. Several children have lived to be over 50 years of age.