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Congenital anomalies or birth defects account for one of the leading causes of death in infants. When one anomaly is present, there is a 50% risk that other anomalies are present. Healthcare providers taking care of newborns should have a low threshold to look for additional anomalies in the presence of one. These anomalies may not always be identified in the hospital but may require evaluation after discharge. Close attention to the type and pattern of anomalies also provides clues to the underlying diagnosis. Genetic consultation is critical to help identify patterns and guide appropriate testing, especially in this time of ever-changing and complex diagnostic options.
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Sellars, E.A., Bradley Schaefer, G. (2018). Genetic Considerations in Infants with Congenital Anomalies. In: Needelman, H., Jackson, B. (eds) Follow-Up for NICU Graduates. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-73275-6_9
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