Fetal Syndromes Flashcards
This is a single defect leading to the development of other defect.
sequence
This is the presence of two or more embryologically unrelated anomalies occurring together.
syndrome
This is a non-random occurrence of two or more defects occurring less frequently than a syndrome but more frequently than chance alone.
association
This is a rare condition caused by strands of amniotic sac restrict tissue growth.
amniotic band syndrome
T/F? Amniotic bands are non-stretchable.
true
Amniotic Band Syndrome causes limb defects like…
- amputations
- constrictions
- clubfeet
- pseudosyndactyly
Amniotic Band Syndrome causes craniofacial defects like…
- asymmetric anencephaly
- encephalocele
- facial clefting
- severe facial dysmorphia
What sort of defects does amniotic band syndrome cause?
- limb defects
- craniofacial defects
- visceral defects
Sonographically, ABS appears as…
echogenic linear structure attached to the fetus and two or more deformities/defects
This is a condition where two or more digits are fused together.
syndactyly
T/F? 85% of Patau’s syndrome cases die before 1 yr old.
true
Sonographically, Patau’s syndrome will present with …
- holoprosencephaly**
- IUGR
- Polyhydramnios (20+ cm)
- corpus callosum agenesis
- microgathia
- cleft lip/palate
Patau’s sometimes presents with these congenital abnormalities…
- omphalocele
- heart issues
- polycystic kidneys
T/F? The prognosis for ABS cases is usually pretty bad.
FALSE, not necessarily
T/F? The prognosis for Patau’s is usually pretty bad.
true
Sonographically, Edward’s presents with…
- Clinodactyly **
- IUGR
- polyhydramnios
- heart issues
- micrognathia
- prominent occiput
- dandy walker
- limb malformations
Edward’s sometimes presents with these congenital abnormalities…
- diaphragmatic hernia
- omphalocele
- hydronephrosis
Sonographically, Down’s presents with…
- NUCHAL FOLD THICKNESS!!
A ‘thick’ nuchal fold measures __ between __ weeks.
greater than 6 mm, 15-21
Down’s sometimes presents with these congenital abnormalities…
- cystic hygroma
- mild ventriculomegaly
- heart issues
- duodenal atresia
- diaphragmatic hernia
- renal pyelectasis
- echogenic bowel