Simple ultrasonic diagnosis of osteogenesis imperfecta type II in early second trimester |
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Authors: | A Ghosh J S K Woo C W Wan V C W Wong |
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Institution: | Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Hong Kong, Tsan Yuk Hospital. Hong Kong |
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Abstract: | Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) Type II was diagnosed accurately in an at-risk fetus at 16 weeks gestation by real-time sonography. The most important findings were shortening, deformity and possibly fracture in the long bones particularly the femurs. Ultrasonic visualization of these signs in a fetus at risk will provide direct evidence in the diagnosis of OI Type II and any additional investigations are not indicated. |
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Keywords: | Osteogenesis imperfecta Skeletal dysplasia Prenatal diagnosis |
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