Table 5.

Recommended Surveillance for Individuals with WAC-Related Intellectual Disability

System/ConcernEvaluation 1
Eyes Ophthalmologic eval
ENT/Mouth Audiologic eval
Gastrointestinal Regular dietary eval in infancy to ensure optimal nutritional status
Genitourinary Monitor those w/renal abnormalities as clinically indicated.
Neurologic Monitor those w/seizures as clinically indicated.
Psychiatric Behavioral assessment for anxiety, attention, & aggressive or self-injurious behavior
Miscellaneous/Other Monitor developmental progress & educational needs.
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The frequency with which each evaluation or reassessment occurs should be tailored to the needs of the affected individual.

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