What Is The Recurrence Risk Associated With Anencephaly?

Posted on Tue, 17 Nov 2015

Question: My Query to Dr XXXXXXX heijebu.I had 2 babies with anencerphaly.What is the likelihood in my next pregnancy.As you know, I had Ges diabetes and was in follow up with you till last year, but later lost to follow up.Need your guidance here.

Thanks in advance.
XXXXXXX XXXX

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
The risk could be as high as 10 %

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Madam.

I can certainly understand your Concerns.

The risk of acquiring anencephaly baby after 2 previous abortions with similar condition is high.

The usual rate is 10% .

It is very important to treat diabetes extensively before conceiving.

Loss to follow up should be minimized.

Make sure you have a good maternal health before conception.

Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar