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Anencephaly

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Ultrasound, normal fetus - ventricles of brain
Ultrasound, normal fetus - ventricles of brain
Alternative Names

Aprosencephaly with open cranium


Treatment

No specific therapy is recommended, since this is a fatal condition.


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Expectations (prognosis)

This condition is usually fatal within days.


Complications


Calling your health care provider

This condition is usually found by the physician during routine prenatal testing and ultrasound. Otherwise, it is recognized at birth.

If anencephaly is detected before birth, further counseling will be needed.


Review Date: 08/23/2005
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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