Objective: Sirenomelia (Mermaid syndrome) is a rare anomaly of caudal region of the body, presented with fusion of the lower limbs. Genito-urinary, gastro-intestinal, neural tube and vertebral anomalies are found in most cases.
Methods: We present a case of sirenomelia diagnosed in the first tri-mester, associated with dextrocardia, and omphalocele
Conclusion: First trimester diagnosis of sirenomielia is possible and early diagnosis gives the parents the option of early pregnancy termination.
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