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Living with Mosaic genome-wide paternal uniparental disomy

A rare chromosome condition that can cause features of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and a higher chance of tumors.

Understanding Mosaic genome-wide paternal uniparental disomy

Mosaic genome-wide paternal uniparental disomy is a rare chromosome condition in which some of the body's cells carry only the father's genetic material.

Some cells have genetic material from only the father, while others have material from both parents. This leads to a varied presentation that mostly includes features of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and a higher chance of several types of tumors. Features of Angelman syndrome and temporary newborn diabetes might also be expected. Signs are seen during pregnancy or in the newborn period.

Signs & symptoms

GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.

Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.

Diagnosis

  1. Talk with your doctor

    Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.

  2. See a specialist

    Specialists who may be involved include genetic specialists.

  3. Ask which tests can help

    Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.

Care & treatment

Care team
Genetic specialists (geneticists)
Expert care
Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
Treatment
GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
Research
Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.

General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.

Everyday life

Living with a rare condition is easier with support.

  • Connect with Chromosome Disorder Outreach
  • Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
  • Ask about patient registries that help research
  • Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Bring these questions to your next doctor visit
Which tests confirm this chromosome pattern?
What tumor screening is recommended?
Which specialists should follow growth and blood sugar?

Quick facts

Symptoms usually startduring Pregnancy and as a Newborn

This condition results from a mix of cells that carry only the father's genetic material and cells that carry material from both parents. GARD says changes in genes (also called variants) cause it.

Genetic

Also known as: androgenetic/biparental mosaicism; genome-wide paternal uniparental disomy mosaicism; mosaic genome-wide paternal upd

Patient organizations

Broader rare-disease groups

Source: NIH GARD · Mosaic genome-wide paternal uniparental disomyGARD ID 21493 · GARD page updated September 2026 · Plain-language summary by Know Rare; editorial review pending. General information, not medical advice.

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