Congenital Disorders

Birth Injuries Ex. cerebral palsy

congenital disorders that were not present before the events surrounding the time of birth

Ex. of problem w/ mothers health is Rubella infection

birth defects can develop if pregnant woman contracts this viral infection early in pregnancy.

Premature Birth

a birth that occurs earlier than 37 weeks of development.

Anomaly

a deviation from what is regarded as normal

Congenital Disorder

an abnormal condition that exists at the time of birth. Can be caused by a developmental disorder, prenatal influences, premature birth, or injuries during birth process.

Developmental Disorder (aka) birth defect

an anomaly or malformation such as the absence of a limb or the presence of an extra toe.

Atresia Ex. anal atresia is absence of opening at anus; pulmonary atresia is absence of a pulmonary valve

describes the congenital absence of a normal body opening or the failure of a structure to be tubular.

Congenital

existing at birth

Cerebral Palsy

is the result of brain damage that can be caused by premature birth or inadequate oxygen to the brain during the birth process.

Ex. of problems caused by lack of adequate prenatal medical care.

premature delivery or a low birth-weight

Ex. of problem caused by behavior is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)

resulting condition of baby is physical & behavioral traits, including growth abnormalities, mental retardation, brain damage, and socialization difficulties.

Prenatal Influences

the mother's health, behavior, and the prenatal medical care she does or does not receive before delivery