Persistent müllerian duct syndrome.

Persistent müllerian syndrome is rare. A case of phenotypically normal male with persistent müllerian structures that consisted of a bicornuate uterus, fallopian tubes, and upper third of the vagina is reported. These unusual structures were found in association with bilateral cryptorchidism and a right inguinal hernia, and were diagnosed while repairing the hernia in the neonatal period.

Attitudes of mothers of children with Down syndrome concerning amniocentesis, abortion, and prenatal genetic counseling techniques.

Mothers of children with Down syndrome were surveyed by questionnaire concerning their attitudes about amniocentesis, prenatal genetic counseling, and abortion. Of the 101 who responded, 40 had borne children after giving birth to a child with Down syndrome. Half had amniocentesis in subsequent pregnancies but only half of these said they would abort the pregnancy if Down syndrome was confirmed.