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The GJB2 gene had the highest mutation frequency, with a carrier rate of 8.87%, followed by PAH, SLC26A4, and ATP7B. A total of 5 high-risk couples (5\/157, 3.18%) were identified. After genetic counseling, 2 couples underwent prenatal amniotic fluid diagnosis: one case was diagnosed with Duchenne\/Becker muscular dystrophy and opted for induced abortion, while one couple was a carrier of the GJB2 gene, and the newborn passed the hearing screening test. A pregnant woman had a spontaneous abortion of unknown cause, and a carrier of the GJB2 gene, declined prenatal diagnosis and has not yet delivered. 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