Kindred with a Hereditary Caudal Malformation Syndrome

P. de Château; O. Finnström; F. Probst

doi:10.1055/s-0028-1091664

Neuropädiatrie, Table of Contents

Neuropediatrics 1975; 6(2): 210-219
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1091664

Case report

Kindred with a Hereditary Caudal Malformation Syndrome

P. de Château, O. Finnström, F. Probst

Department of Paediatrics, Umea University, Umea, Department of Paediatrics Linköping University, Linköping and Department of Diagnostic Radiology II, Umea University, Umea/Sweden

Abstract

A kindred with a hereditary caudal malformation syndrome is reported. The hereditary trait, as shown in a pedigree, is probably dominant autosomal, with variable expressivity. The presenting symptoms and signs, and the diagnostic procedures are discussed in some detail from a practical point of view. Attention is also paid to the theoretical aspects of etiology and pathogenesis.

Caudal malformation syndrome - dominant autosomal heredity - sacral malformations - pre-sacral tumors

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