A successful pregnancy outcome in a case of maternal VACTERL

Author: Dominique Joyce M. Concepcion ¹ ; Ma. Cristina Pelaez-Crisologo ¹
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1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines-Manila
Publication Type:Case Reports
Keywords: VACTERL; VACTERL association; VATER
MeSH: Humans; Tracheoesophageal Fistula; VACTERL association; Limb Deformities, Congenital
From: Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2018;42(2):35-39
CountryPhilippines
Language:English
Abstract: Vertebral anomalies-anal atresia-cardiac abnormalities-tracheoesophageal fistula-renal agenesis-limb (VACTERL) defects association is a rare congenital disease. While most scientific literature focus on the clinical presentation and management of pediatric patients with this condition, this paper focuses on the challenges faced by a 22-year-old primigravid, who was able to carry a pregnancy to term, despite the many anomalies associated with being afflicted with VACTERL.
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