Sirenomelia: a case report with literature review
Journal: International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology (Vol.2, No. 3)Publication Date: 2013-09-01
Authors : Latika Sahu Sunita Singh Gauri Gandhi Krishna Agarwal;
Page : 430-432
Keywords : Sirenomelia; Mermaid syndrome; Caudal regression syndrome;
Abstract
We are presenting a case of Sirenomelia (Mermaid Syndrome), which is an extreme example of the caudal regression syndrome. It invariably presents with lower limb fusion, sacral and pelvic bony anomalies, absent external genitalia, imperforate anus, and renal agenesis or dysgenesis. There are approximately 300 cases reported in the literature, 15% of which are associated with twinning, most often monozygotic. The syndrome of caudal regression is thought to be the result of injury to the caudal mesoderm early in gestation. The case encountered was a stillborn baby. [Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol 2013; 2(3.000): 430-432]
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