Thoraco-Abdominal Ectopia Cordis: A Rare Entity. Case Report and Review of Literature.
Journal Title: People's Journal of Scientific Research. - Year 2008, Vol 1, Issue 1
Abstract
Ectopia cordis is a rare congenital abnormality characterised by partial or complete displacement of the heart outside the thoracic cavity. It can be associated with other congenital abnormalities. The present case was a two hours old male child and a product of non-consanguineous marriage. Child had thoraco-abdominal ectopia cordis. Condition of child detoriated rapidly and succumbed before any investigation and surgical intervention could be performed.
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Ashwin Apte
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