Why the study?
The study sought to establish novel facial characteristics unique to congenital rubella syndrome as prediagnostic criteria to supplement disease diagnosis.
Population
115 congenital rubella syndrome cases presenting with triad features in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Design
Case series analysis
Authors
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Novel facial traits may aid CRS recognition in endemic settings; leaves open validation before prediagnostic use.
A unique set of facial characteristics termed 'rubella facies' is highly prevalent in congenital rubella syndrome and may aid in early clinical diagnosis.
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