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First-trimester diagnosis of exencephaly
K A Kennedy1, K J Flick, A S Thurmond
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland 97201.
American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|February 1, 1990
Summary
This study reports the earliest first-trimester diagnosis of fetal exencephaly using vaginal ultrasonography. The condition was identified by abnormal fetal brain anatomy, confirmed later in pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Exencephaly is a severe congenital anomaly.
- Early diagnosis is crucial for management.
- Prenatal diagnosis of exencephaly is typically made later in pregnancy.