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M Hertz

Publications and source records attributed to M Hertz.

At least 145 records · Page 8Linked to original sources
PubMed1976

Congenital malformations in four siblings of a mother taking anticonvulsant drugs.

Four siblings have various congenital malformations attributable to the teratogenic effect of anticonvulsant drugs. Their mother has 23-year history of continuous medication for seizures. Since the malformations noted in her four offspring are more extensive and severe in each subsequent child, the question arises as to the possible cumulative effect of antiepileptic drugs in producing congenital malformations. The observations in this family strongly support the need to carefully evaluate all offspring of mothers receiving anticonvulsant drugs.

Abnormalities, Drug-Induced↗
PubMed1976

The status of the urinary tract in a survey of 92 cases with neurogenic bladder.

Since 1973 intermittent catheterisation was introduced in our centre and this practically eliminated pathology of the urethra. More than half of the patients had a high and complete lesion. It is our impression that 5 years following injury more than half of the patients preserved a normal upper urinary tract; however, only 39 of the 92 patients had a follow-up of over 5 years. Nephrolithiasis was rare in comparison to other reports in spite of belonging to the stone belt area. Complications of the lower urinary tract including a 10 per cent incidence of vesico-ureteric reflux were compatible with other series. Narrowing of the external sphincter on voiding cystogram should be substantiated by a profile pressure record. One female patient is a candidate for ileal conduit. Most of the patients have some form of erection but the data on ejaculation should be accepted with reserve. Two patients in this series died more than 10 years after injury, one due to a myocardial infarction and the other due to chronic renal failure following secondary amyloidosis.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1976

Camptodactyly, with muscular hypoplasia, skeletal dysplasia, and abnormal palmar creases: Tel Hashomer camptodactyly syndrome.

A syndrome characterized by camptodactyly, distinct facial features, multiple musculoskeletal defects, and unique dermatoglyphic changes is described in two sisters born of consanguineous parents. In 1972 this same constellation of findings was first reported in two sibs from a different ethnic origin. This heritable disorder of connective tissue termed the Tel Hashomer camptodactyly syndrome is thought to be transmitted as an autosomal recessive trait. The basic defect is unknown.

Adult↗
PubMed1976

Crossed renal ectopia: angiographic findings in six cases.

Angiographic findings in six patients with crossed renal ectopia are reported. Crossed fused ectopia was present in four cases, and the remaining two had single crossed ectopic kidneys. All kidneys, including the nonectopic ones, had an anomalous blood supply. No constant arterial pattern was discernible, and renal arteries were found to arise from the aorta both above and below the normal level as well as from the iliac arteries. It is suggested that angiography be undertaken in all cases when surgery is contemplated.

Adrenal Glands↗
PubMed1974

Congenital anomalies of the lower urinary tract from a radiologic point of view.

Congenital anomalies of the lower urinary tract are being recognized with greater frequency due to the use of micturating cystourethrography. Many of these malformations present with urinary tract infection. Early diagnosis is important as appropriate treatment may prevent deterioration of renal function. Several illustrative cases are presented, such as posterior urethral valves, diverticula of the urethra, rectourethral fistula, and duplication of the urethra.

Diverticulum↗