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'''Synonyms and Related Keywords:''' Caudal dysplasia, Caudal dysplasia sequence, Congenital sacral agenesis, Sacral regression | |||
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'''Caudal Regression Syndrome''' is a rare disorder in which there is abnormal [[fetal development]] of the lower [[Vertebral column|spine]] which can lead to a variety of problems ranging from partial absence of the [[tail bone]] regions of the spine to more severe cases involving major malformation of the lower vertebrae, pelvis and spine. Minor cases may be more or less without symptom, whereas severe cases may come with major [[birth defects]], neurological impairment and [[incontinence]]. | '''Caudal Regression Syndrome''' is a rare disorder in which there is abnormal [[fetal development]] of the lower [[Vertebral column|spine]] which can lead to a variety of problems ranging from partial absence of the [[tail bone]] regions of the spine to more severe cases involving major malformation of the lower vertebrae, pelvis and spine. Minor cases may be more or less without symptom, whereas severe cases may come with major [[birth defects]], neurological impairment and [[incontinence]]. | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and Related Keywords: Caudal dysplasia, Caudal dysplasia sequence, Congenital sacral agenesis, Sacral regression
Overview
Caudal Regression Syndrome is a rare disorder in which there is abnormal fetal development of the lower spine which can lead to a variety of problems ranging from partial absence of the tail bone regions of the spine to more severe cases involving major malformation of the lower vertebrae, pelvis and spine. Minor cases may be more or less without symptom, whereas severe cases may come with major birth defects, neurological impairment and incontinence.
Diagnostic Findings
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See also
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