A 6-week-old female infant was admitted to the Massachusetts General Hospital because of choking while feeding. The mother and father, 27 and 28 years of age, respectively, were healthy. The pregnancy ...

Congenital anomalies of the female urogenital tract constitute a diverse group of malformations that can affect the anatomy and function of the reproductive and urinary systems. These conditions ...

A teratogen is an environmental factor that a person is exposed to during their pregnancy that may affect the baby’s development, resulting in birth defects. In fact, around 4% to 5% of birth defects ...

We present the case of a full-term baby girl (Baby A) born with multiple congenital abnormalities that were suggested by prenatal scans. The mother had declined further antenatal diagnostic testing.

Mermaid syndrome, or sirenomelia, is a set of genetic abnormalities that cause a baby to be born with fused limbs, which may resemble a mermaid’s tail. The condition is very rare, with only 300 ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Congenital optic disc abnormalities are often discovered late, increasing the risk for complications and poor ...

One of the most incredible aspects of parenthood is watching your child grow and develop. However, it’s not uncommon for parents to notice certain physical characteristics that may raise concerns.

Dear Dr. Roach: Our mother passed away at 91, after decades of medical problems. She had complained over the years to many doctors of chest pains, difficulty breathing and difficulty swallowing. After ...