Overview of birth defects
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Birth defects, also called congenital anomalies, are physical abnormalities that occur before a baby is born. They are usually obvious within the first year of life.
- The cause of many birth defects is unknown, but infections, genetics, and certain environmental factors increase the risk.
- Before the baby is born, the diagnosis may be based on the mother
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