Prenatal diagnosis of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy associated with isolated pericardial effusion

نویسندگان

  • Giovanna Traficante
  • Roberto Biagiotti
  • Elena Andreucci
  • Mariarosaria Di Tommaso
  • Aldesia Provenzano
  • Ettore Cariati
  • Sabrina Giglio
چکیده

This is the first reported case of fetal pericardial effusion in association with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy and hypocortisolism from a nonautoimmune cause. Our hypothesis is that in experienced hands and after accurate genetic counseling, isolated pericardial effusion can constitute an indication for a severe metabolic disease.

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دوره 3  شماره 

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تاریخ انتشار 2015