Harlequin Ichthyosis is a rare autosomal recessive disorder occurring in
1: 3,000,000 birth characterized by thick keratin skin with scaly
appearance. Preterm deliveries, early marriage and consanguinity of
marriage are some risk factors. Antenatal checkup of DNA for ABCA12
mutation helps in diagnosis but USG in places where not available.
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