Prevalence and Spectrum of Congenital Malformations in a Tertiary Care Centre
Introduction: Congenital anomaly is an abnormality of physical structure that is seen at birth or within few weeks after. These abnormalities largely contribute to neonatal and infant morbidity and mortality. The occurrence and pattern of presentation vary from region to region. The exact aetio...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Pvt. Ltd.
2016-07-01
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| Series: | Indian Journal of Neonatal Medicine and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://www.ijnmr.net/articles/PDF/2173/20253_F(GH)_PF1(VsuGH)_PFA(GH)_PF2(VsuGH).pdf |
| Summary: | Introduction: Congenital anomaly is an abnormality
of physical structure that is seen at birth or within few
weeks after. These abnormalities largely contribute
to neonatal and infant morbidity and mortality. The
occurrence and pattern of presentation vary from
region to region. The exact aetiology is not known and
genetic and environmental factors may be implicated.
Aim: To determine the prevalence and types of
congenital anomalies in newborns and to study the
associated risk factors.
Materials and Methods: This observational hospital
based study was conducted in Department of
Obstetrics and Gynaecology MKCG Medical College
and Hospital, Berhampur, Odisha. Total 100 cases of
congenital malformation detected antenatally or after
delivery were analysed within a study period of Jan2011 to March 2012.
Result: Total 100 cases of anomalies were studied out
of 7973 pregnancies. The prevalence of congenital
malformation was 125 in 1000(12.5%). Major
congenital malformations were 104 in 1000(10.4%)
and minor malformations were 21 in 1000(2.1%). Most
of the anomalous babies were born to women of fourth
gravida or more (42%). Commonest system involved
was central nervous system (43%). In the postpartum
period maximum (56%) babies were diagnosed to have
anomalies. Amniotic fluid abnormalities were the most
commonly (18%) associated maternal conditions.
Conclusion: Congenital anomalies are important
causes of still births and infant mortality, and are also
contributors to childhood morbidity. Hence prenatal
diagnosis by proper antenatal care and targeted scan
is essential. |
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| ISSN: | 2277-8527 2455-6890 |