Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita

S. Manohar, MD, DMRD

Madurai, India.

These are the antenatal scans of a fetus diagnosed with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita with polyhydramnios and (early onset) IUGR. The gestational age by her dates was 22 weeks 5days, while the ultrasound age was 20 weeks.

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Fixed flexion noticed at wrist, elbow, knee and hip joints.

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The 3D image demonstrating the fixed joints.

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Post natal photographs are characteristic and also show a cleft lip that was not noticed in the antenatal scan.

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The postnatal radiograph:

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