Syngnathia and obstructive apnea in a case of popliteal pterygium syndrome.

ABSTRACT:

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We describe an infant with popliteal pterygia, syngnathia, cleft lip and palate, and retrognathia diagnosed with popliteal pterygium syndrome (PPS). The neonatal course was complicated by severe obstructive apnea necessitating tracheostomy.

Conclusion

This report illustrates the potential for airway compromise in PPS patients and the need for thorough neonatal airway assessment.

SUBMITTER: Posey JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4264642 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature