Ho N K, Leong N K, Lim S B
J Singapore Paediatr Soc. 1989;31(1-2):90-2.
Hydrops fetalis is an unusual manifestation of Down's syndrome and diagnosis of Down's syndrome in the hydropic newborn can be difficult as the clinical signs are masked by severe oedema. The baby may also be seriously ill and die soon after birth, before any investigative procedures could be done. Down's syndrome should be considered in foetuses or babies presented with pleural effusion and/or ascites.
胎儿水肿是唐氏综合征的一种罕见表现，对于水肿新生儿，由于严重水肿掩盖了临床体征，唐氏综合征的诊断可能很困难。婴儿也可能病情严重，在能够进行任何检查程序之前就已在出生后不久死亡。对于出现胸腔积液和/或腹水的胎儿或婴儿，应考虑唐氏综合征。
