Tag: Birth Defects: Misc.
In Utero Methylphenidate Exposure Tied to Heart Defects
Intrauterine exposure linked to small increase in risk of cardiac malformations based on U.S., Nordic data
Birth Defect Risk Rises With Maternal Excess Weight Severity
Women who are overweight or obese should try to lose weight before getting pregnant, researcher says
CDC: Birth Defects Seen in 1 in 10 U.S. Pregnancies Affected by Zika
CDC report also says too few infants are tested for the virus
No Link for Paternal Use of MTX, Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
Exposure of father to methotrexate in 90 days before pregnancy doesn't up adverse pregnancy outcomes
CDC: Odds of Birth Defects Up 20-Fold in Mothers With Zika
Report only addresses physical abnormalities present at birth; developmental issues may occur later
PTSD Risk Up in Parents of Kids With Critical Heart Defects
They're also more likely to suffer depression, anxiety; new mothers particularly vulnerable
STS: Parents of CHD Children ID Important Outcome Measures
Survival statistics, surgeon-specific experience, complication rates are most important measures
Zika-Related Birth Defects More Extensive Than Thought
Studies found greater prevalence than believed, more neurological problems appearing months after birth
Review Identifies Features of Congenital Zika Infection
Five factors identified as unique to Zika, including severe microcephaly with partially collapsed skull
Even Partial Antenatal Steroid Treatment Benefits Preemies
Fewer deaths, complications for extremely premature infants
