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American Journal of Obstetrics and... Dec 2019
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Delivery, Obstetric; Female; Fetoscopy; Humans; Pregnancy; Severity of Illness Index; Ultrasonography, Prenatal
PubMed: 31787161
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2019.09.020 -
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery :... 1998Amniotic band syndrome is an uncommon, congenital fetal abnormality with multiple disfiguring and disabling manifestations. A wide spectrum of clinical deformities are... (Review)
Review
Amniotic band syndrome is an uncommon, congenital fetal abnormality with multiple disfiguring and disabling manifestations. A wide spectrum of clinical deformities are encountered and range from simple ring constrictions to major craniofacial and visceral defects. Lower extremity limb malformations are extremely common and consist of asymmetric digital ring constrictions, distal atrophy, congenital intrauterine amputations, acrosyndactyly, lymphedema and clubfoot. Although debated, early amnion rupture with subsequent entanglement of fetal parts (mostly limbs and appendages) by amniotic strands is the primary theory of pathogenesis. The sporadic nature of this congenital anomaly is discussed, as well as a case study involving the surgical correction of an associated rigid clubfoot deformity.
Topics: Adult; Amniotic Band Syndrome; Clubfoot; Female; Foot Deformities, Congenital; Humans; Infant; Infant, Newborn; Radiography
PubMed: 9710786
DOI: 10.1016/s1067-2516(98)80070-7 -
International Journal of Dermatology Jun 1988The amniotic band syndrome (ABS) refers to the infrequent occurrence of congenital deformities presumably due to fetal entanglement in strands of ruptured amniotic sac.... (Review)
Review
The amniotic band syndrome (ABS) refers to the infrequent occurrence of congenital deformities presumably due to fetal entanglement in strands of ruptured amniotic sac. The most commonly associated anomalies include amputations, constriction bands, syndactyly, craniofacial defects, club feet, and cleft lip. We present a typical case and short literature review of ABS. The infant reported also had a connective tissue nevus and a cutaneous striated muscle hamartoma.
Topics: Abdominal Injuries; Amnion; Amniotic Band Syndrome; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Male; Rupture
PubMed: 3292449
DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-4362.1988.tb02359.x -
Chirurgie de La Main Dec 2008Amniotic band syndrome is a well-described clinical entity, which includes several congenital deformities. Hand malformations and limb defects represent the most... (Comparative Study)
Comparative Study Review
Amniotic band syndrome is a well-described clinical entity, which includes several congenital deformities. Hand malformations and limb defects represent the most frequent clinical characteristics, gathering, with variable localization, constriction rings, acrosyndactylies and amniotic amputations. Other anomalies of skull, face, body wall and internal organs, sometimes complex and lethal, are significantly associated with this syndrome. The syndrome is then included in the larger entity of limb body wall complex (LBWC). Congenital ring constriction, amniotic band disruption complex, or congenital transverse defect are some of the numerous synonyms defining this malformative syndrome, showing either its clinical variability, or the uncertainties surrounding its etiology. Indeed, several pathogenic theories have been successively opposed, bringing about a certain degree of confusion. Recent experimental genetic studies could unify the different fetal malformations. The surgical treatment actually applies only to the aftereffects of the intrauterine phenomenon, until antenatal diagnosis followed by in utero surgery will be perfected.
Topics: Age Factors; Amniotic Band Syndrome; Bone Lengthening; Bone Transplantation; Child, Preschool; Esthetics; Fingers; Humans; Infant; Infant, Newborn; Prenatal Diagnosis; Prostheses and Implants; Surgical Flaps; Syndactyly; Thumb; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 18948051
DOI: 10.1016/j.main.2008.07.016 -
Child's Nervous System : ChNS :... Feb 2021Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) has been known since ancient times. Descriptions in modern medicine have occurred since the mid-nineteenth century. The association of the... (Review)
Review
Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) has been known since ancient times. Descriptions in modern medicine have occurred since the mid-nineteenth century. The association of the amniotic band syndrome with tethered cord is rare. It was generally thought to be incompatible with life. Of late, with better imaging, there have been case reports of amniotic bands causing cord tethering in neurosurgical literature, but its association with limited dorsal myeloschisis has hitherto not been described. We report a case of amniotic band syndrome (ABS) associated with a cervical limited dorsal myeloschisis (LDM) in a child of 2 and a half years old. The management of LDM in ABS is essentially the same as in isolated cases.
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Child; Child, Preschool; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Meningomyelocele; Neural Tube Defects
PubMed: 32519131
DOI: 10.1007/s00381-020-04713-4 -
British Medical Journal (Clinical... Mar 1983
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Animals; Chick Embryo; Congenital Abnormalities; Female; Fetus; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Mice; Pregnancy; Rabbits; Rats
PubMed: 6403134
DOI: 10.1136/bmj.286.6369.919 -
Indian Pediatrics May 1990
Review
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Female; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Pregnancy; Ultrasonography, Prenatal
PubMed: 2276775
DOI: No ID Found -
Child's Nervous System : ChNS :... Aug 2023Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) is a rare congenital disease characterized by a broad spectrum of congenital anomalies resulting from the strangulated developing organ(s)... (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) is a rare congenital disease characterized by a broad spectrum of congenital anomalies resulting from the strangulated developing organ(s) by the detached fibrous amniotic band. The prevalence of CNS involvement in ABS is rare, but the mortality rate in these cases is high, while morbidity among the surviving patients is inevitable.
CASE REPORT
Three-month-old male, 9-month-old female, and newborn female babies were presented with head lump(s), severe facial cleft, syndactyly, and finger amputation. The patient's head imaging confirmed meningoencephalocele as the cause of the head lump in 2 patients; meanwhile, a porencephalic cyst was identified as the origin of head lumps in the other patient. VP shunt placement surgery was performed as the initial management in 2 patients, while one patient directly underwent meningoencephalocele resection surgery. Craniofacial and limb reconstructions were planned as the follow-up management in all cases. Unfortunately, one patient died of complications from suspected aspiration, while another never returned for follow-up treatment.
CONCLUSION
Here, we report 3 ABS cases with CNS involvement. Despite the severe disfigurement and disability, the inexistence of fatal malformation might lead to long-term survival. The treatment of malformation(s) that might predispose to another fatal condition and surgery(-ies) to improve functional outcomes and patient's social acceptability should be prioritized in managing the surviving ABS patients.
Topics: Female; Humans; Infant; Infant, Newborn; Male; Amniotic Band Syndrome; Central Nervous System Neoplasms; Cleft Palate; Encephalocele; Facial Bones; Meningocele; Neoplasms, Second Primary; Neurosurgeons
PubMed: 37266681
DOI: 10.1007/s00381-023-06008-w -
The Pan African Medical Journal 2021
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Clubfoot; Humans; Infant, Newborn
PubMed: 34539965
DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2021.39.169.30215 -
American Journal of Obstetrics and... Oct 1982The amniotic band syndrome is a collection of fetal malformations associated with fibrous bands that appear to entangle or entrap various fetal parts in utero, leading...
The amniotic band syndrome is a collection of fetal malformations associated with fibrous bands that appear to entangle or entrap various fetal parts in utero, leading to deformation, malformation, or disruption. This syndrome is given many names yet follows a clearly defined clinical pattern. Misdiagnosis and inappropriate family counseling are chronic features. This article reviews the clinical features of the amniotic band syndrome, its epidemiology, and the status of prenatal and neonatal diagnosis. The spectrum of malformations associated with amniotic bands is summarized and illustrated. Major etiologic theories are examined. It is recommended that the clinician involved in the delivery of any infant manifesting elements of this unusual combination of defects seek specialized consultation in the pursuit of an accurate and precise diagnosis and appropriate genetic counseling.
Topics: Amniotic Band Syndrome; Congenital Abnormalities; Diagnostic Errors; Genetic Counseling; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Prenatal Diagnosis
PubMed: 7124837
DOI: 10.1016/0002-9378(82)90574-9