Pregnancy Outcome in Cartilage-Hair Hypoplasia, a Rare Form of Dwarfism

Abstract EN

Background.

This case report discusses the pregnancy outcome of a patient with cartilage-hair hypoplasia, a rare form of dwarfism, and multiple previous orthopedic surgeries.

Literature on pregnancy outcomes in patients with cartilage-hair hypoplasia is limited.

Case.

A 32-year-old patient with cartilage-hair hypoplasia presented at 12 weeks’ gestation to the high-risk obstetrics clinic for care.

Preterm labor resulted in cesarean delivery at 34 weeks’ gestation with general anesthetic.

Breastfeeding was stopped at 6 weeks due to neonatal complications.

Conclusion.

Pregnancy and delivery were uncomplicated.

A multidisciplinary approach allowed for effective management during pregnancy and postnatal care.

This is the first known documented case of prenatal care, delivery, and breastfeeding in a woman with this rare disorder.