Spalding sign

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

For early 3rd trimester scan. No complaints.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female
ultrasound

Overlapping of skull bones due to collapsed fetal brain.

Case Discussion

Overlapping of skull bones known as the Spalding sign; suggesting fetal death in utero. 

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