Mohan V. Belthur, M.D., Luis F. Goncalves, M.D,
Congenital transverse deficiencies are horizontal deficiencies of the long bones that occur with a reported incidence as high as 0.38%. They can occur alone or represent a manifestation of various clinical syndromes. Diagnosis has traditionally comprised of conventional radiography and prenatal imaging studies. There has been much advancement regarding prenatal imaging modalities to allow for early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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