Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita

Case contributed by Praveen Jha
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Antenatal scan at 30 wks. A scan done earlier at 26 wks, showed clenched fists, and persistent flexion of hand and digits, however it was disregarded as a transient finding.

Patient Data

Gender: Female
ultrasound

Clenched hands, with persistent flexion contracture was noticed on repeated scans. Club foot deformity was also noted. 

Case Discussion

Possibility of Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita was considered, and child was born with the deformity.

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