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Birth Defects: Genetics

Learn about genetic factors and genetic disorders and the prevention of birth defects, developmental disabilities, and other unique conditions in children.... Details >

National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities

Cerebral Palsy Information

A general overview of cerebral palsy that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. A list of organizations where users may obtain additional information and link... Details >

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health

Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

This consumer information fact sheet discusses the birth defect oral-facial clefts and includes information about both forms of the disorder -- cleft lip/palate and isolated cleft palate.... Details >

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation  External Link

Cleft Lip and Palate  External Link

This site provides a list of questions and answers about Cleft Lip and Palete, including other resources of information.... Details >

FACES: The National Craniofacial Association  External Link

Common Problems of Babies with Trisomy 18 or 13  External Link

Babies with trisomy 18 or 13 generally have some feeding problems related to difficulty in coordination of breathing, sucking and swallowing. ... Details >

Support Organization for Trisomy 18, 13 and Related Disorders  External Link

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Questions and Answers  External Link

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) is a birth defect that occurs when the diaphragm does not fully form, allowing organs to enter the chest cavity preventing lung growth. CDH strikes 1 in every 250... Details >

CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research, Advocacy, and Support  External Link

Congenital Heart Defects  External Link

This health education information fact sheet provides general information on congenital heart disease including causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.... Details >

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation  External Link

Craniofacial Medical Centers  External Link

This site provides a list of craniofacial reconstructive surgeons teams across the country.... Details >

FACES: The National Craniofacial Association  External Link

Description of Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome  External Link

An overview of the Klippel-Trenaunay (K-T) syndrome, a rare congenital malformation that may include a port-wine stain or "birthmark" (cutaneous capillary malformations), soft tissue and bony hypertro... Details >

Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome Support Group  External Link

Down Syndrome Fact Sheet  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

This public health education information fact sheet provides general information about Down syndrome -- a combination of birth defects including mental retardation and characteristic facial features.... Details >

NOAH: New York Online Access to Health  External Link