Online Journal of Health & Allied Sciences (Nov 2009)

Arthrogryposis: A Rare Manifestation in Infant of Diabetic Mother

  • Amar M. Taksande,
  • KY Vilhekar,
  • Arvind Kumar

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 8, no. 3

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Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is characterized by non-progressive, multiple joint contractures present at birth. The major cause of arthrogryposis is fetal akinesia due to fetal abnormalities like neurogenic, muscle, connective tissue abnormalities or maternal disorders Here we report a rare case of arthrogryposis in infant of diabetic mother with multiple congenital anomalies.

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