Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome: the difficulties with antenatal diagnosis. Case report and review of the literature

Abstract excerpt

Megacystis on antenatal scan in female fetuses is rare and has serious diagnostic implications. We report two cases of megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) in female infants in whom antenatal scan abnormalities were identified, but the diagnosis not made until after delivery. MMIHS is a rare autosomal recessive condition which is usually lethal in the first year of life. Prenatal...

Topics

Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.

• Share to Genetic and Kidney Cyst Diseases
• Share to Pediatric Urology and Nephrology Studies
• Share to Urological Disorders and Treatments