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The triad of short neck, low posterior hairline and severe restriction of cervical motion is a classic definition of Klippel-Feil syndrome. The anatomic and clinical expressions of this syndrome vary widely, ranging from mild cosmetic deformity to severe disability. The diagnosis is usually apparent on lateral cervical radiographs.
Spontaneous abortion, or the early termination of pregnancy without outside interference, may be caused by fetal, maternal or external factors. In many cases, a specific etiology may never be identified. A variety of clinical presentations are possible, ranging from imperceptible loss to profound life-threatening shock. Physicians should be able to diagnose and manage the six recognized types of spontaneous abortion: threatened, inevitable, incomplete, complete, missed and septic. In all cases, uterine evacuation, avoidance of complications and psychologic support of the family are important. The prognosis for a subsequent successful pregnancy is good, except in cases of habitual abortion.
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