Abstract
Fetal Valproate Syndrome results from prenatal exposure to valproic acid. It is characterized by distinctive facial appearance, a cluster of minor and major anomalies and central nervous system dysfunction. Here we report a 4-year-old boy with typical facial features of Fetal Valproate Syndrome.
MeSH terms
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Anticonvulsants / adverse effects*
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Child, Preschool
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Female
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Infant, Newborn, Diseases / chemically induced*
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Male
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Pregnancy
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Prenatal Exposure Delayed Effects / chemically induced*
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Syndrome
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Valproic Acid / adverse effects*
Substances
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Anticonvulsants
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Valproic Acid