Title of article
Harlequin fetus: a case report
Author/Authors
Javed, Tahir King Edward Medical University - Department of Pediatrics, Pakistan , Afzal, Muhammad Faheem King Edward MedicalUniversity - Mayo Hospital - Department of Paediatrics Unit – I, Pakistan , Khan, Humayun Iqbal King Edward Medical University - Department of Pediatrics, Pakistan
From page
348
To page
350
Abstract
Harlequin fetus is the most severe form of congenital ichthyosis with the incidence of one in 300,000 births. An autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance is seen mostly. This disorder has ominous prognosis invariably. We report here a case of harlequin fetus born to consanguineous parents. He had typical skin manifestations. Supportive treatment was offered but he died on 5th day of life.
Keywords
Harlequin fetus , ichthyosis congenita , eclabium , ectropion.
Journal title
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
Journal title
Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists
Record number
2573530
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