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Rajdhar Dutt1, Chandrakala Dutt
1Department of Pediatrics, KRH & G.R. Medical College, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Journal of Clinical Neonatology
|September 13, 2013
Summary
A 7-day-old infant presented with limb swelling and polydactyly (extra fingers and toes). Comprehensive investigations, including imaging and blood tests, revealed no other abnormalities in this pediatric case.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Medicine
- Clinical Genetics
- Neonatal Care
Background:
- Neonatal presentation of congenital anomalies requires prompt evaluation.
- Polydactyly is a common congenital limb malformation.
Observation:
- A 7-day-old infant was admitted with bilateral upper and lower limb swelling.
- The infant exhibited polydactyly of both fingers and toes.
- Physical examination revealed no other apparent congenital anomalies.
Findings:
- Routine blood examinations were within normal limits.
- Abdominal ultrasound, echocardiography, and CT scan of the brain showed no abnormalities.
- The primary findings were limb swelling and polydactyly, with all other systemic evaluations normal.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of thorough clinical assessment in neonates with polydactyly.
- Normal results from extensive investigations suggest a localized or isolated presentation of polydactyly.
- Further monitoring may be warranted to rule out subtle developmental issues.
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