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Τρίτη 16 Μαΐου 2017

Full-thickness gaping wound in the inguinal region of prenatal origin in an extremely premature baby

Description

This baby boy weighing 810 g at birth was born at 24 6/7 weeks to a healthy primigravida with uncomplicated pregnancy until 24 weeks. She was hospitalised from 24 weeks' gestation onwards for threatened preterm labour. Serial bedside ultrasound showed the baby to be in a breech position with bulging membranes and a visible loop of umbilical cord within the cervical os. About 48 hours prior to delivery, there was some leaking of amniotic fluid indicating possible rupture of membranes. She was not in active labour apart from intermittent contractions. Elective caesarean section was done for concerns with cord prolapse. Delivery was unremarkable with no surgical trauma or traction to the leg as confirmed by the obstetrician. The infant was resuscitated per protocol and transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit. At birth, the baby was found to have a full-thickness deep gaping wound in the right inguinal...



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