Preparations for emergency c-section were then begun. The open NTD risk and Down syndrome risk were in the expected limits. Fetal age was estimated at 34 weeks, which was one week more mature than was anticipated with a fetal weight of approximately 2.3 kg. The infant appeared to have several external anomalies including a cleft palate, low set ears and somewhat misshapen feet. The baby was then intubated immediately.
Chromosomal studies are pending.