Surgery
There are no surgical treatments for Down syndrome. But surgery may be necessary to correct a defect caused by diseases associated with this condition, such as surgery for heart defects, intestinal blockages, or spinal problems. Using plastic surgery to normalize facial features associated with Down syndrome is controversial, includes some risks, and is generally unsuccessful.
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