Bilateral Upper Limb Complete Phocomelia: A Case Report
Telila Mesfin1, Kenbon Seyoum2, Mesfin Tsegaye1
1School of Medicine, Madda Walabu University Goba General Hospital, Goba, Oromia, Ethiopia.
International Medical Case Reports Journal
|March 21, 2023
Summary
Phocomelia is a rare congenital limb malformation where the proximal limb sections are missing or underdeveloped. Early ultrasonography is crucial for identifying fetal anomalies and planning management.
Area of Science:
- Medical Genetics
- Pediatric Surgery
- Neonatology
Background:
- Phocomelia is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by the absence or hypoplasia of the proximal limb segments, resulting in a flipper-like appearance.
- The prevalence of phocomelia is reported as 0.62 per 100,000 births, highlighting its uncommon nature.
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