Multiple malformations and exposure to therapeutic ultrasound during organogenesis

Am J Med Genet. 1989 Nov;34(3):317-9. doi: 10.1002/ajmg.1320340304.

Abstract

We present a case of sacral agenesis, microcephaly, and developmental delay. The pregnancy with this child was complicated by left psoas bursitis that was treated by 18 applications of ultrasound between days 6 and 29 of gestation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Multiple / etiology*
  • Adult
  • Bursitis / therapy
  • Female
  • Fetal Growth Retardation / etiology*
  • Growth Disorders / etiology
  • Hot Temperature / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Microcephaly / etiology*
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / therapy
  • Sacrum / abnormalities*
  • Ultrasonic Therapy / adverse effects*