Skip to main page content
U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Dot gov

The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.

Https

The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.

Access keys NCBI Homepage MyNCBI Homepage Main Content Main Navigation
Review
. 2005 Jul;21(7):578-81.
doi: 10.1007/s00383-005-1451-4. Epub 2005 Jun 24.

Caudal regression syndrome--case report and review of literature

Affiliations
Review

Caudal regression syndrome--case report and review of literature

Santosh Kumar Singh et al. Pediatr Surg Int. 2005 Jul.

Abstract

Caudal regression syndrome is a rare disorder of distal spinal segments affecting the development of the spinal cord, with attendant sequelae. Intelligence is preserved. The exact etiology is elusive, though maternal diabetes, genetic factors, and hypoperfusion might play roles. Recently, the role of teratogens has been studied in animal models. Treatment is difficult, multidisciplinary, and largely supportive. Lower limb deformities with sensory and motor loss and neurogenic bladder call for intensive and long-term attention.

PubMed Disclaimer

References

    1. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1993 Jul;18(9):1229-35 - PubMed
    1. J Reprod Med. 2002 Mar;47(3):241-5 - PubMed
    1. J Med Genet. 1979 Feb;16(1):17-20 - PubMed
    1. Indian Pediatr. 2001 Jan;38(1):98 - PubMed
    1. Pediatrics. 1965 Jun;35:989-95 - PubMed

LinkOut - more resources