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. 2023 Dec 4;18:379. doi: 10.1186/s13023-023-02980-3

Table 2.

Diagnostic odyssey in 22q11DS

N (%)
How long did it take to obtain a diagnosis? (in years)
 Range 0–12
 M(SD) 1.9(2.8)
How many physicians did you consult before receiving diagnosis?
 Range 1–17
 M(SD) 3.9(3.9)
Source of information on 22q11DS
 Internet 41(93.2)
 medical specialist 15(34.1)
 family doctor 7(15.9)
 local support group 20(45.4)
 genetic clinic 12(27.3)
 scientific publications 13(29.5)
 association/foundation for people with 22q11DS 24(54.5)
 other (Facebook, friends with 22q11DS children) 5(11.4)