“Congenital Anomalies in Newborn Infants: Clinical and Etiopathological Perspectives” ed. by Rita P. Verma – eBook

This book discusses the epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, recurrence risk, and specific clinical and investigational evaluation of congenital malformations. The book reviews the embryology, anatomy, pathophysiology, and updated management concepts of some of the most complex and intriguing anomalies of the major organ systems.Congenital anomalies constitute a large group of diverse biochemical, histological, and anatomical defects presenting at birth and caused by a myriad of inherently unrelated etiopathogenic factors. A significant number of cases are idiopathic. With striking variability in clinical manifestation, the outcomes range from inconsequential to lethal, with immense medical, social, emotional, and financial implications. The principles of management vary from medical, surgical, none, or both, and the surgical procedures can be lifesaving or merely cosmetic. 1. Introductory Chapter: Epidemiology, Evaluation and Risk Assessment of Congenital Anomalies2. The Pathogenesis of Congenital Anomalies: Roles of Teratogens and Infections3. The Impact of Maternal Infection on the Neonate4. Approach to the Newborn with Disorders of Sex Development5. Congenital Anomalies of the Gastrointestinal Tract6. Common Congenital Neural Tube Anomalies: Epidemiology, Classification, Management and Outcome7. Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Major Challenge for Neonatologists8. Transposition of Great Arteries9. Genetics of Sirenomelia, the Mermaid Syndrome10. Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome11. Fetal Congenital Anomalies in Africa: Diagnostic and Management ChallengesMore :