The amniotic band syndrome: a possible complication of amniocentesis.
Malformations of the upper distal extremities were noted in an otherwise healthy infant whose mother underwent diagnostic amniocentesis. A causal relationship is postulated.
D000649:Amniocentesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000652:Amniotic Band Syndrome / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005385:Fingers / Q000002:abnormalities*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D011247:Pregnancy; D011262:Pregnancy Trimester, Second