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Iniencephaly.

Noor Afshan Subzposh1, Ekramullah, Faisal Haque

  • 1Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, J.N. Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002, India.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|June 10, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Iniencephaly, a rare neural tube defect, typically results in stillbirth. This case study details an exceptionally rare live-born infant with iniencephaly, who survived only 15 minutes post-delivery.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Genetics
  • Developmental Biology
  • Pediatric Pathology

Background:

  • Iniencephaly is a severe congenital malformation characterized by defects in the neural tube closure.
  • It is classified as a rare neural tube defect (NTD) with a high rate of fetal mortality.
  • While most affected infants are stillborn, extremely rare live-born cases present unique clinical challenges.

Observation:

  • This report details a unique case of a live-born infant diagnosed with iniencephaly.
  • The infant exhibited the characteristic craniofacial and spinal abnormalities associated with this condition.
  • Despite medical attention, the infant's survival was extremely limited.

Findings:

  • The neonate presented with a live birth, which is exceptionally rare for iniencephaly.
  • The infant's life was tragically short, succumbing approximately 15 minutes after birth.
  • This case underscores the critical severity and poor prognosis associated with iniencephaly.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the extreme rarity of live-born iniencephaly and the immediate challenges it presents.
  • It contributes to the limited understanding of the viability spectrum for this severe congenital anomaly.
  • Further research into the genetic and environmental factors contributing to iniencephaly may offer insights into prevention and management strategies.

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