Sirenomelia: A Rare Entity
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2011-01
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Sirenomelia also called as Mermaid Syndrome, is a rare congenital malformation of uncertain aetiology. It
is characterised by fusion of the lower limbs and commonly associated with severe urogenital and
gastrointestinal malformation. It should be suspected in antenatal period in cases presenting with severe
oligohydramnios and intra-uterine growth retardation. Here, we report a case of sirenomelia in a 26th
weeks foetus.
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Sirenomelia, Caudal Regression Syndrome
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Gupta Sapna, Mehta Anil, Sharma Belu, Gupta Nirupam, Lamba Jyotsana. Sirenomelia: A Rare Entity. JK Science Journal of Medical Education and Research. 2011 Jan-Mar; 13(1): 29-30