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Am J Perinatol 2002; 19(6): 297-302
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-34468
DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-34468
Akinesia, Arthrogryposis, Craniosynostosis: A Presentation of Neonatal Myasthenia with Fetal Onset
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01 October 2002 (online)
ABSTRACT
Major akinesia with arthrogryposis and craniosynostosis at birth mimics irreversible disorders of the nervous system of pejorative outcome. In this context, the early detection of anti-acetylcholine fetal receptor antibodies in the mother may allow rapid diagnosis of transient neonatal myasthenia of favorable prognosis.
KEYWORDS
Arthrogryposis - craniosynostosis - fetal - myasthenia
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