Abstract |
Sirenomelia, alternatively known as 'mermaid syndrome' is a very rare congenital deformity in which the legs are fused together, giving them the appearance of the tail of a mermaid'. Other birth defects are always associated with sirenomelia, most commonly abnormalities of the kidneys, large intestines, and genitalia. The present case is a one of sirenomelia associated with an absent right kidney, mild left hydronephrosis, single umbilical artery, and severe oligohydramnios. We discuss the findings, relative to the present literature and related etiopathogenesis.
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Authors | Meena Dharmraj, Sumitra Gaur |
Journal | Journal of clinical neonatology
(J Clin Neonatol)
Vol. 1
Issue 4
Pg. 221-3
(Oct 2012)
ISSN: 2249-4847 [Print] India |
PMID | 24027732
(Publication Type: Case Reports)
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