DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2020.v08i02.045

Pages: 261-263

Ectopia Cordis is a partial or total protrusion of the heart outside the thoracic cavity. It accounts for 0.1% of congenital heart diseases [1]. This rare malformation can be a part of a syndrome called the Pentalogy of Cantrell, which is a constellation of five congenital defects. In its complete form, it presents with a defect of the heart, pericardium, diaphragm, sternum and abdominal wall [2]. These defects pose a challenge for surgeons, and early identification with strategic planning for management is essential for the survival of the patient. The author reports a case of ectopia cordis associated with a probable diagnosis of Pentalogy of Cantrell, in a neonate presenting with pulsating thoracoabdominal mass, sternal, and abdominal wall defect.