Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita – Case Report
Abstract
Abstract: Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is a rare disorder that accompanies with multiple joint
contractures, which can occur at delivery and are non progressive. It affects both sexes. Most of the cases have
been reported from Asia, Africa and Europe. Incidence is about 1:3000 to 1:10.000 of all live newborns. The
causes, for now are unknown. However, this disorder can be provoked from neuropathic and myopathic diseases
or some another cause that decreases the mobility of fetal joints. Great joints of both extremities are more
attacked. The muscles of the extremities that are attacked can be hypoplastic. Also, the IQ of these children
can be affected. We have presented a newborn female, born in term, by normal delivery, with arthrogryposis
multiplex congenita, that has been resuscitated in delivery room and endotracheal intubation was needed.
In utero, there has been a suspicion from the gynecologists at the end of pregnancy, for esophageal atresia.
After delivery, all the needed consults and examinations have been realized. After three weeks in Neonatal
Intensive Care Unit, the baby has been discharged in a better general condition, with recommendations to further consultations with orthopedics, physiatrician and pediatrician-neurologists.
