Birth defect: Malformation occurs from abnormal development of the fetal anatomic structure. Congenital anomaly is a term used to refer to an abnormality present at birth. There are many conditions that place a baby at risk for having one, but often the cause is unknown.
Answered 12/4/2012
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Congenital anomalies: Organ systems form the 3rd-9th week after conception; during which time damage from a teratogen (e.g., alcohol), some maternal infections/ illnesses, chromosome or single-gene abnormalities causes major malformations; major malformations of the brain depend on the timing & type of damage till 17 weeks. After this time, damage to an organ can cause minor malformations or functional defects.
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Congenitial Hand: Congenital hand is referred to often as congenital hand differences. Thescomprise the simple such as trigger fingers or thumbs to significant hand differences that may require surgery such as webbed fingers to those congenital hand difference that cannot be changed surgically. . Tthis is why it is best to consult a active surgeon who currently takes care of these regularly.
Answered 12/16/2012
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