Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publication: Complete pentalogy of Cantrell associated with exencephaly: a rare case report
Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2014;3(2):483-485.DOI10.5455/2320-1770.ijrcog20140645
Abstract
Complete pentalogy of Cantrell (PC) is a rare condition with an incidence of 1 in 100000 pregnancies. The spectrum includes defects in the diaphragm, anterior abdominal wall, diaphragmatic pericardium, lower sternum and congenital cardiac anomalies. We hereby report a case of complete pentalogy of Cantrell associated with exencephaly.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pillayarkuppam-607402, Pondicherry, India
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Kathirkamam-605009, Pondicherry, India