Can Angelman syndrome be prevented?

Can Angelman syndrome be prevented?

Unfortunately, in most cases, there’s no way to prevent Angelman syndrome since it occurs as a result of spontaneous (random) genetic abnormalities while the fetus is developing in the womb. In most cases, this happens without a known cause.

A small percentage of people with Angelman syndrome inherit the condition. If you plan on having a biological child, talk with your healthcare provider about genetic testing to understand your risk of having a child with a genetic condition or a condition that can be caused by an inherited genetic mutation.