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M. JOSEFINA JIMÉNEZ C.1, M. JOSÉ LUQUE H.2, ELISA JIMÉNEZ A.3, TERESA ARAVENA C.4
ABSTRACT
Poland Syndrome and Neuronal Migration: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Poland Syndrome is a rare congenital alteration. It is characterized by hypoplasia or absence of the pectoral
muscle, hypoplasia or aplasia of the mammary gland, nipple, ribs or cartilages, and hand malformations. A
case is reported of a girl showing these malformations, and neuronal migration abnormalities. Emphasis is
made upon the need for a multidisciplinary team for management and rehabilitation. A literature review is
presented, including pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment.
(Key words: Poland's Syndrome, focomelia, hypoplasia of the pectoral one).
Rev Chil Pediatr 2009; 80 (5): 451-458
RESUMEN
Trabajo recibido el 09 de diciembre de 2008, devuelto para corregir el 12 de enero de 2009, segunda versión el 18 de mayo
de 2009, aceptado para publicación el 15 de julio de 2009.
Correspondencia a:
Dra. Elisa Jiménez A.
E-mail: ejimenez@davila.cl
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