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Which of the following congenital anomalies is NOT associated with VACTERL association?
Which of the following congenital anomalies is NOT associated with VACTERL association?
To establish a diagnosis of VACTERL association, how many congenital anomalies must be present?
To establish a diagnosis of VACTERL association, how many congenital anomalies must be present?
Which of the following cardiac anomalies is included in the VACTERL association?
Which of the following cardiac anomalies is included in the VACTERL association?
In VACTERL association, which of the following is NOT classified as a limb anomaly?
In VACTERL association, which of the following is NOT classified as a limb anomaly?
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Which gastrointestinal anomaly can be associated with VACTERL association?
Which gastrointestinal anomaly can be associated with VACTERL association?
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Study Notes
VACTERL Association
- A sporadic cluster of congenital anomalies, often appearing together without a clear genetic cause.
- Diagnosis requires at least three of the following anomalies:
Vertebral Anomalies
- Block vertebrae
- Butterfly vertebrae
- Hemivertebrae
- Caudal regression
- Dysraphism
- Rib anomalies may also occur
Anorectal Malformations
- Anal atresia
- Anal fistula (in addition to atresia, if applicable)
Cardiac Anomalies
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
- Atrial septal defect (ASD)
- Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Cleft lip
- Choanal atresia
Tracheo-Esophageal Anomalies
- Tracheo-esophageal fistula
- Tracheo-esophageal atresia
- Other GI anomalies: microgastria, duodenal atresia, malrotation, Meckel's diverticulum
Renal and Radial Ray Anomalies
- Renal agenesis
- Renal cystic dysplasia
- Renal ectopia
- Horseshoe kidney
- Radius dysplasia or absence
- Thumb hypoplasia
- Scaphoid bone absence
Limb Anomalies
- Polydactyly
- Syndactyly
- Oligodactyly
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Test your knowledge on VACTERL association, a cluster of congenital anomalies often seen together. This quiz covers the common anomalies including vertebral, anorectal, cardiac, tracheo-esophageal, renal, and limb anomalies. Dive deep into the specific conditions and their implications.
