Publications by authors named "Joud F Alkhoder"
Appl Clin Genet
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Consanguinity, common in Saudi Arabia, significantly affects genetic disorders, with 64% of 1100 patients in a study being related by blood.
- The study, conducted at King Abdullah Specialized Children Hospital from 2020 to 2022, found a 45% diagnostic rate for genetic conditions, primarily using whole exome sequencing.
- The results emphasize the high prevalence of related marriages and highlight a common neurodevelopmental issue, underlining the need for understanding genetic risks in this population.
