Fetal – Amelia
Congenital limb defects are rare fetal anomalies with a birth prevalence of 0.55 per 1,000.
Amelia is defined as the complete absence of the skeletal parts of a limb
Amelia is an extremely rare birth defect marked by the complete absence of one or more limbs.
It is generally thought to be a sporadic anomaly.
It can be an isolated defect or with associated malformations
Teratogens like thalidomide, alcohol, vascular compromise by amniotic bands may be responsible.
Amelia was traditionally thought to be a sporadic anomaly with little risk of recurrence but evidence of its genetic origins are been documented.
For further quires please contact
Dr Ashutosh Foetal & Genetic Clinic; E 874, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi 110019
Mail – dr_ashutosh75@rediffmail.com; Contact – 9953728760

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