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Area of Science:

Pediatric Cardiology
Congenital Malformations
Neonatal Surgery

Background:

Ectopia cordis is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by the heart's displacement outside the thoracic cavity due to anterior chest wall defects.
The condition's prevalence is estimated at 5.5 to 7.9 per million live births, representing a severe developmental abnormality.

Observation:

A 15-hour-old neonate presented with an externally visible, beating heart, indicative of ectopia cordis.
The infant exhibited significant respiratory distress and peripheral cyanosis, suggesting compromised cardiopulmonary function.

Findings:

The neonate experienced cardiorespiratory arrest shortly after birth.
Despite resuscitation efforts, the infant's condition was incompatible with survival, and surgical intervention was not feasible.

Implications:

This case underscores the critical and often fatal nature of ectopia cordis in neonates.
Early diagnosis and management strategies are crucial, though often limited by the severity of the defect.