Question 07 A common features of congenital rubella at birth is: |
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Talipes equinovarus |
Macrocephaly |
Congenital cataract |
Supernumerary digits |
Myocarditis |
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ExplanationAlthough all these features may occur at birth, the only one is commonly associated with congenital rubella syndrome is congenital cataracts. Myocarditis is an uncommon feature. Talipes equinovarus is a congenital abnormality of the distal lower limb, known colloquially as club foot. Children with congenital rubella syndrome have small rather than large heads. E.g: microcephaly rather than macrocephaly. Supernumerary or additional digits are not seen in association with congenital rubella syndrome. Reference |