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 ...

A Johns Hopkins Children Center study using medical records from an international registry concludes that female babies with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) are slightly more likely to die ...

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 ...

A Johns Hopkins Children Center study using medical records from an international registry concludes that female babies with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) are slightly more likely to die ...

Background: Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection, while uncommon, is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. However, there is little nationally representative data describing ...

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.

Quality of Life Research, Vol. 29, No. 3 (March 2020), pp. 673-681 (9 pages) Purpose Many chronic illnesses are self-evident. However, disorders like congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) are invisible ...

Learn what Turner Syndrome is—its causes, symptoms, types, and treatment options—through this guide to help you manage it and ...