"Congenital Anomalies in Newborn Infants: Clinical and Etiopathological Perspectives" ed. by Rita P. Verma

This book discusses the epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, recurrence risk, and specific clinical and investigational evaluation of congenital malformations. The book reviews the embryology, anatomy, pathophysiology, and updated management concepts of some of the most complex and intriguing anomalies of the major organ systems.

Congenital anomalies constitute a large group of diverse biochemical, histological, and anatomical defects presenting at birth and caused by a myriad of inherently unrelated etiopathogenic factors. A significant number of cases are idiopathic. With striking variability in clinical manifestation, the outcomes range from inconsequential to lethal, with immense medical, social, emotional, and financial implications. The principles of management vary from medical, surgical, none, or both, and the surgical procedures can be lifesaving or merely cosmetic.

Contents
1. Introductory Chapter: Epidemiology, Evaluation and Risk Assessment of Congenital Anomalies
2. The Pathogenesis of Congenital Anomalies: Roles of Teratogens and Infections
3. The Impact of Maternal Infection on the Neonate
4. Approach to the Newborn with Disorders of Sex Development
5. Congenital Anomalies of the Gastrointestinal Tract
6. Common Congenital Neural Tube Anomalies: Epidemiology, Classification, Management and Outcome
7. Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Major Challenge for Neonatologists
8. Transposition of Great Arteries
9. Genetics of Sirenomelia, the Mermaid Syndrome
10. Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome
11. Fetal Congenital Anomalies in Africa: Diagnostic and Management Challenges


More : You find here