Fetal Diamond-Blackfan anemia associated with hydrops fetalis

Am J Perinatol. 2003 Oct;20(7):391-4. doi: 10.1055/s-2003-45286.

Abstract

We present a case of fetal Diamond-Blackfan anemia (DBA) associated with hydrops fetalis and review the current literature focusing on the pathophysiology and presentation of DBA. We conclude that DBA should be considered as a possible etiology for fetal anemia even in the absence of a family history of anemia.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anemia, Diamond-Blackfan / complications*
  • Anemia, Diamond-Blackfan / physiopathology
  • Fetal Diseases* / physiopathology
  • Humans
  • Hydrops Fetalis / etiology*
  • Hydrops Fetalis / physiopathology
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male