title: Sacral agenesis and associated anomalies.
abstract: Sacral agenesis can no longer be considered an uncommon disorder. The condition occurs often enough that the clinician should be alert to any signs that may suggest its presence in a newborn. This disease is frequently associated with other anomalies, especially those of musculoskeletal, GU and GI systems. Diagnosis--early diagnosis--is the key to prevention of permanent damage to the kidneys and urinary tract in patients with the disease.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D000013:Congenital Abnormalities / Q000175:diagnosis; D004065:Digestive System Abnormalities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D012447:Sacrum / Q000002:abnormalities*; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000151:congenital / Q000175:diagnosis; D014551:Urinary Tract / Q000002:abnormalities