Diagnosis of holoprosencephaly in the first trimester
Journal: International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology (Vol.2, No. 4)Publication Date: 2013-12-01
Authors : Shweta Paliwal Chanchal Singh Nikhil Gholkar Anita Kaul;
Page : 735-736
Keywords : Holoprosencephaly; First trimester; Early diagnosis;
Abstract
We present a case of alobar holoprosencephaly diagnosed antenatally at 12 weeks gestation. Early diagnosis of such lethal malformation is important so that the parents have an option for termination at an early gestational age minimizing maternal morbidity and social impact on the family. [Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol 2013; 2(4.000): 735-736]
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