Congenital Anomalies

What are Congenital Anomalies?

Congenital anomalies of the kidney are congenital renal malformations that could be hereditary and result from acquired defects throughout the gestation period. Examples of congenital anomalies of the kidney include: Agenesis of the kidney Hypoplasia of the kidney Ectopic kidney Horseshoe kidney 
Congenital Anomalies

What Causes Congenital Anomalies?

Congenital anomalies may be be caused by genetic factors, environmental factors, or a combination of the two (multifactorial). Examples of genetic anomalies include: Down syndromeTurner syndromeKlinefelter syndrome Examples of environmental anomalies include: RubellaThalidomideAlcohol use during pregnancy Examples of multifactorial anomalies…
Congenital Anomalies

What are Congenital Anomalies?

Congenital anomalies are anatomic defects that are present at birth. Congenital anomalies are the most common cause of mortality in the first year of life.