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Prenatal diagnosis of congenital upper limb differences: a current concept review.
- Source :
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Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine . Nov2017, Vol. 30 Issue 21, p2557-2563. 7p. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- Congenital upper limb differences are frequently associated with complex syndromes. Ultrasonography is considered as the first-line diagnostic modality, and fetal MRI can be useful to further evaluate ill-defined areas. Genetic and non-invasive prenatal testing help to identify the underlying genetic disorder. The diagnostic assessment is a multidisciplinary task that should involve early prenatal consultations with specialists involved in case management and treatment planning. Obstetricians, geneticists, radiologists, psychologists and dedicated surgeons are needed to provide good parental education, prenatal and postnatal care, and successful outcomes. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the clinicopathologic background, current diagnostic and imaging procedures in affected fetuses. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14767058
- Volume :
- 30
- Issue :
- 21
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 125874562
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/14767058.2016.1256989