A syndrome that causes deaf-blindness and is characterized by a number of physical defects,such as an abnormally shaped pupil,and results in difficulties in swallowing and breathing is
A)Usher syndrome.
B)Down syndrome.
C)Asperger syndrome.
D)CHARGE syndrome.

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The description matches the symptoms of CHARGE syndrome, which stands for Coloboma, Heart defects, Atresia choanae (also known as choanal atresia), Retardation of growth and/or development, Genital and/or urinary anomalies, and Ear anomalies and/or hearing loss. This syndrome can cause deafness, blindness, and difficulty with swallowing and breathing due to physical defects in the throat and airway.

A Syndrome That Causes Deaf-Blindness and Is Characterized by a Number