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Caudal regression syndrome

What is Caudal regression syndrome?

A rare congenital malformation of the lower spinal segments characterized by a high truncated conus with either aplasia or hypoplasia of the sacrum and lumbar spine. Coexisting malformations of gastrointestinal, genitourinary, skeletal, nervous system are commonly described.

Other condition names

  • Caudal dysplasia
  • Sacral agenesis syndrome
  • Sacral regression syndrome

Inheritance type

Multigenic/multifactorial, Not applicable

Prevalence

  • Worldwide: Unknown

Age of Onset

  • Antenatal
  • Neonatal
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