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What is a birth defect?
What is a birth defect?
An abnormal condition that is present at birth, regardless of its cause.
Which of the following are types of birth defects? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are types of birth defects? (Select all that apply)
All birth defects result in visible physical disabilities.
All birth defects result in visible physical disabilities.
False
What is Hydrocephalus?
What is Hydrocephalus?
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Name a type of esophageal defect present at birth.
Name a type of esophageal defect present at birth.
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Study Notes
Birth Defects
- A birth defect is a condition present at birth, regardless of the cause.
- Birth defects can lead to disabilities that impact physical, intellectual, or developmental abilities.
Trisomy-21
- Refers to Down Syndrome.
- Occurs when an individual has an extra copy of chromosome 21.
Spina Bifida
- A birth defect affecting the spinal cord.
- Occurs when the spinal cord doesn't close completely during pregnancy.
Hydrocephalus
- A condition characterized by an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain.
- Results in increased pressure in the brain, causing various problems.
Anencephaly
- A serious birth defect where the brain and skull don't form properly.
- The condition is fatal, and infants do not survive long after birth.
Esophageal Atresia
- A birth defect where the esophagus, the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach, doesn't form correctly.
- May result in a gap in the esophagus, leading to breathing issues at birth.
Duodenal Atresia
- A birth defect involving the duodenum, the first section of the small intestine.
- Characterized by a blockage in the duodenum preventing food from moving through the digestive system.
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This quiz explores various birth defects, including Trisomy-21, Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus, Anencephaly, and Esophageal Atresia. Learn about their causes, impacts, and medical implications. Test your knowledge on these critical health conditions affecting newborns.
