Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome in a newborn girl whose brother had prune belly syndrome: common pathogenesis?

Abstract

A case of megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) is presented. There were important findings: a urachal remnant and a brother with prune belly syndrome (PBS). After a review of the literature, many common characteristics of MMIHS and PBS are described: flaccid abdomen, dilatation of the urinary tract, intestinal malrotation, cryptorchidism, urachal remnants and familial incidence. MMIHS and PBS may be manifestations of the same underlying process.

• Authors: G Oliveira, M I Boechat, M A Ferreira
• Journal: Pediatric radiology (Pediatr Radiol) Vol. 13 Issue 5 Pg. 294-6 ( 1983) ISSN: 0301-0449 [Print] Germany
• PMID: 6622092 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Abnormalities, Multiple
• Colon (abnormalities, diagnostic imaging)
• Female
• Gastrointestinal Motility
• Humans
• Infant, Newborn
• Male
• Peristalsis
• Prune Belly Syndrome (genetics)
• Radiography
• Urinary Bladder (abnormalities, diagnostic imaging)