[Prune-belly syndrome in a female]

An Esp Pediatr. 1984 Feb 15;20(2):135-8.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Authors describe a case of newborn whose malformations of genitourinary tract of abdominal muscles deficiency and renal dysplasia make it very compatible with Prune-Belly Syndrome. The case it is exceptionally interesting because it is a female subject; and on the other hand because of its' associated malformations. The so debated pathogenic of the Syndrome is commented.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Multiple*
  • Esophageal Atresia / complications
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Lung / abnormalities
  • Microcephaly / complications
  • Prune Belly Syndrome / embryology
  • Prune Belly Syndrome / pathology*