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15q24 microdeletion syndrome is a rare chromosomal anomaly characterized cytogenetically by a 1.7-6.1 Mb deletion in chromosome 15q24 and clinically by pre- and post-natal growth retardation, intellectual disability, distinct facial features, and genital, skeletal, and digital anomalies.
Features include always present findings: Strabismus, Unilateral cryptorchidism, Hyperactivity, and Incoordination and others; and very common findings: Downslanted palpebral fissures and Mild intellectual disability. 100 total HPO annotations.
Organ System | Phenotype Count | Example Features |
|---|---|---|
Brain and nerves | 14 | Non-epileptic seizure, Anxiety, Enlarged brain ventricles (ventriculomegaly) |
SIN3A function has not been fully characterized.
Chromosome 15q24 deletion syndrome is associated with mutations in the SIN3A gene on chromosome 15.
Genetic testing for SIN3A is available. Testing is considered confirmatory for diagnosis.
Biomarker and diagnostic research for chromosome 15q24 deletion syndrome has been reported in the published literature.
Phenotype severity distribution: 8 always present features, 2 very common features, 14 common features.
Estimated prevalence: <1 in 1,000,000 (VERY_RARE).
1 clinical trial registered, 1 recruiting. Interventions under study include other interventions. Research is primarily sponsored by academic and government institutions.
2 publications have been identified in PubMed for chromosome 15q24 deletion syndrome. Research spans Diagnostic / Biomarker (50%) and Review / Meta-Analysis (50%).
Goh S (2026). [PMID: 41094176](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41094176/). *Eur J Hum Genet*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Previdi A (2024). [PMID: 39012202](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39012202/). *Clinical genetics*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Data assembled from 7 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 19, 2026, 5:20 PM UTC
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man
European rare disease database
Genetic and Rare Diseases Info Center
Head and neck |
7 |
Microcephaly, High, narrow palate, Thin upper lip vermilion |
Arms and legs | 6 | Overlapping toe, Radial deviation of finger, Clinodactyly of the 5th finger |
Digestive system | 4 | Gastroesophageal reflux, Constipation, Feeding difficulties in infancy |
Bones and joints | 4 | Sideways curvature of the spine (scoliosis), Contracture of the distal interphalangeal joint of the 4th finger, Delayed skeletal maturation |
Eyes | 3 | Strabismus, Cataract, Nystagmus |
Skin | 3 | Hyperconvex nail, Fragile nails, Eczematoid dermatitis |
Ears | 2 | Hearing loss (hearing impairment), Inner ear hearing loss (sensorineural hearing impairment) |
Muscles | 2 | Contracture of the distal interphalangeal joint of the 4th finger, Low muscle tone (hypotonia) |
Growth and development | 1 | Short stature |
Lungs and breathing | 1 | Sleep apnea |
Hormones | 1 | Type II diabetes mellitus |
AI-curated news mentioning chromosome 15q24 deletion syndrome
Updated Apr 28, 2026
A new study explores the role of insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor in growth regulation associated with 15q26 deletion and duplication syndrome. This research contributes to understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying this rare genetic condition.