Incidental Discovery of an Amniotic Band in a Newborn: A Case Report

Abstract

Amniotic band syndrome (ABS) is a rare condition, with an incidence of about 1 in 1,200 to 1 in 15,000 live births. It results from fibrous strands of the amniotic membrane that can trap fetal parts, causing congenital anomalies of varying severity. We report the case of a full-term male newborn admitted at 3 days of life for neonatal jaundice in the context of early-onset bacterial infection. Physical examination revealed a circumferential amniotic band located at the distal third of the right leg, initially without functional impairment. The clinical outcome was complicated by signs of distal vascular compression, prompting surgical intervention consisting of simple release of the band, with a favorable evolution.