Two- and three-dimensional prenatal sonographic diagnosis of Alagille syndrome

J Clin Ultrasound. 2014 Jun;42(5):293-6. doi: 10.1002/jcu.22125. Epub 2014 Jan 13.

Abstract

We describe a case of Alagille syndrome diagnosed by second-trimester ultrasound. Features included the characteristic prominent chin, single umbilical artery, and hemivertebrae. Three-dimensional imaging demonstrated classic butterfly vertebrae, which were not otherwise appreciable. Alagille syndrome may be detected by second-trimester ultrasound in the at-risk fetus.

Keywords: Alagille syndrome; butterfly vertebrae; fetal malformations; hemivertebrae; intrahepatic cholestasis; obstetrics; ultrasonography.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Alagille Syndrome / diagnostic imaging*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Fetal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional / methods*
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Trimester, Second
  • Ultrasonography, Prenatal / methods*
  • Young Adult