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Durga R¹, T K Renukadevi²

¹Junior Resident, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, ESI medical college & PGIMSR , KK Nagar, Chennai, India .

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Summary

Amniotic band syndrome, a condition where the amnion causes birth defects, was diagnosed in a diabetic, obese patient at 13 weeks gestation. Medical termination was performed due to multiple anomalies, highlighting potential risk factors.

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine and Fetal Development
Medical Genetics and Teratology

Background:

Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by fibrous bands of amnion that can entrap fetal parts, leading to various malformations.
Maternal risk factors such as obesity and pre-existing diabetes mellitus are increasingly recognized as potential contributors to adverse pregnancy outcomes, including congenital anomalies.

Observation:

A case presentation of a second gravida, obese patient with a history of diabetes mellitus, who presented for routine antenatal care at 13 weeks gestation.
Routine ultrasonography revealed multiple fetal anomalies, leading to a diagnosis of amniotic band syndrome.

Findings:

The ultrasonographic findings confirmed the presence of amniotic band syndrome, indicating a significant disruption of normal fetal development.
The patient's pre-existing conditions of obesity and diabetes mellitus were identified as potential contributing risk factors for the observed anomaly.

Implications:

The case underscores the importance of early ultrasonographic screening for congenital anomalies, particularly in high-risk pregnancies.
Counseling regarding medical termination of pregnancy was provided, and postponement of future pregnancies was advised to mitigate recurrence risks.
Further research into the specific mechanisms linking maternal diabetes and obesity to amniotic band syndrome is warranted.