Eagle-Barrett Syndrome: A Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT Eagle-Barrett syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly of uncertain aetiology almost exclusive to males. It is characterized by the triad of absent or incomplete abdominal musculature, undescended testes, and urinary tract abnormalities. A male baby with above characteristics triad was born in our hospital. A diagnosis of Eagle-Barrett Syndrome was made. This was undertaken in order to highlight the occurrence of this rare syndrome in our environment and to review its pathogenesis, presentation and management approach.

Keywords

• urinary
• paediatrics
• renal failure