2013
DOI: 10.5812/iranjradiol.4064
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Radiologic Findings in Cutis Laxa Syndrome and Unusual Association with Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis

Abstract: Cutis laxa (CL) is a rare congenital and acquired disorder characterized by loose and redundant skin with reduced elasticity. Three types of congenital cutis laxa have been recognized. Other findings are pulmonary emphysema, bronchiectasia, hernia and diverticulosis. We describe a female neonate involved by cutis laxa syndrome and a positive family history. We focus on the radiologic findings of this case such as multiple bladder diverticulosis, GI diverticulosis and very rare accompanying hypertrophic pyloric… Show more

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“…Recognised radiological findings include potentially life-threatening pulmonary emphysema, bronchiectasis, hernias of the diaphragm and abdominal wall, genitourinary prolapse and diverticulosis of the bladder and gastrointestinal system. 3 Cardiovascular abnormalities include arterial tortuosity, aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection.…”
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“…Recognised radiological findings include potentially life-threatening pulmonary emphysema, bronchiectasis, hernias of the diaphragm and abdominal wall, genitourinary prolapse and diverticulosis of the bladder and gastrointestinal system. 3 Cardiovascular abnormalities include arterial tortuosity, aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%