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Femoral duplication: a case report.

J Bodurtha¹, M Coutinho, R Benator

¹Department of Human Genetics, Children's Hospital, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond 23298-0033.

American Journal of Medical Genetics

|June 1, 1989

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Femoral duplication, a rare congenital anomaly, presents unique challenges in diagnosis and management. This case highlights a severe instance in a newborn, emphasizing the need for comprehensive evaluation of associated defects.

Area of Science:

Medical Genetics
Developmental Biology
Pediatric Surgery

Background:

Femoral duplication is a rare congenital anomaly.
It can occur as an isolated defect or with other congenital anomalies.
The etiology of femoral duplication is not fully understood, but it is considered a developmental field defect.

Observation:

A 34-week gestational age black female infant presented with apparent bilateral femoral duplication.
The infant also exhibited a meningocele and anomalies affecting the abdomen, genitourinary system, vertebrae, and lower limbs.
This complex presentation underscores the heterogeneous nature of developmental field defects.

Findings:

The case report details a rare instance of bilateral femoral duplication.

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The associated anomalies suggest a complex developmental etiology.

The rarity of the condition, with only 24 prior reported cases since 1885, makes this a significant observation.

Implications:

This case emphasizes the importance of thorough diagnostic workups for infants with suspected femoral duplication.
Understanding the developmental field defect concept is crucial for predicting and managing associated anomalies.
Further research into the genetic and environmental factors contributing to femoral duplication is warranted to improve patient outcomes.