Sacral agenesis

Case contributed by Paresh K Desai
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Infant of a diabetic mother

Patient Data

Age: Infant

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

x-ray

Plain radiographs show showed complete absence of the sacrum and lower lumbar vertebrae, consistent with sacral agenesis.

Case Discussion

Sacral agenesis is a part of caudal regression syndrome.

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