Caudal regression syndrome

Case contributed by Fakhry Mahmoud Ebouda
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Back anomalies in elderly mother.

Patient Data

Age: 3 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

The coccyx and sacrum are absent with agenesis of most of the lumbar vertebrae.

Radio-opaque shadow is seen overlapping the symphysis pubis (vesical calculus). Another smaller radiopaque shadow is seen in the right renal region.

Case Discussion

Sacral agenesis and lumbar vertebrae agenesis represent caudal regression syndrome.

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