Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Publication: Diagnosis of holoprosencephaly in the first trimester
Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2013;2(4):735-736.DOI10.5455/2320-1770.ijrcog20131257
Abstract
We present a case of alobar holoprosencephaly diagnosed antenatally at 12 weeks gestation. Early diagnosis of such lethal malformation is important so that the parents have an option for termination at an early gestational age minimizing maternal morbidity and social impact on the family.
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- Apollo Centre for Fetal Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, India