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Medical Conditions - Fetal Anomalies

Fetal anomaly refers to unexpected conditions seen in a fetus during its development in the womb. Fetal anomalies are otherwise known as birth defects or congenital anomalies. The two types of fetal abnormalities are functional and structural anomalies. Structural anomalies affect the babies developing organs, such as the heart, lungs, and kidneys. In contrast, functional anomalies affect the functions of the organs or systems such as the brain, nervous system, or sensory perception. Examples are heart defects, cleft palate or lip, clubfoot, and down syndrome. Treatment varies widely based on the type of congenital condition.

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Can a baby with one kidney lead a normal life?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Many children with a single kidney will have a normal life without further complications.

What are the risks of FAS if a mother drinks alcohol?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are regularly having alcohol, then yes, there are 10 to 15 percentage chances of having fetal alcohol syndrome. You should get NT scan done at 11 weeks 4 days.

Should I be admitted if my baby's head circumference is low?

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How common is trisomy 21 or 13 in pregnancy at age 36?

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What are the risks of fetal growth restriction in pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your doctor prescribed Aspirin 75 milligrams because your report shows a high risk of FGR (fetal growth restriction).

Are dark clots normal after a dilation and curettage?

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What causes echogenic focus on the fetal heart?

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How can fetal heart defects be detected?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Fetal echocardiography is not 100 percent reliable, so cardiac defects cannot be solely decided on imaging.

Can the fetal femur lengthen in the 8th month of pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query, Fetal femur length is an important measurement during prenatal ultrasound scans, as it can indicate the growth and development of the fetus.

What causes numerous tiny calcifications in a fetal abdomen?

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Dr. Uzma Arqam

Dr. Uzma Arqam

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