Pentalogy of Cantrell
Pentalogy of Cantrell
Definition
Pentalogy of Cantrell (POC) is a lethal multiple congenital anomalies syndrome, characterized by the presence of 5 major malformations: midline supraumbilical abdominal wall defect, lower sternal defect, diaphragmatic pericardial defect, anterior diaphragmatic defect and various intracardiac malformations. Ectopia cordis (EC) is often found in fetuses with POC.
Also known as Cantrell deformity, Cantrell syndrome, pentalogy of Cantrell, thoraco-abdominal syndrome — per MONDO