Temporal trends in diagnoses of congenital microcephaly, Texas Hospital Discharge Diagnoses, 2000-2015.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The acronym VATER/VACTERL refers to the rare nonrandom association of the following component features (CF): vertebral defects (V), anorectal malformations (A), cardiac defects (C), tracheoesophageal fistula with or without esophageal atresia, renal malformations (R), and limb defects (L). Patients presentin...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Zhang R,Marsch F,Kause F,Degenhardt F,Schmiedeke E,Märzheuser S,Hoppe B,Bachour H,Boemers TM,Schäfer M,Spychalski N,Neser J,Leonhardt J,Kosch F,Ure B,Gómez B,Lacher M,Deffaa OJ,Palta M,Wittekindt B,Kleine K,Schm

更新日期：2017-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Over 50% of patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (DS) have a conotruncal or related cardiac defect (CTRD). We hypothesized that similar genetic variants, developmental pathways and biological functions, contribute to disease risk for CTRD in patients without a 22q11.2 deletion (ND-CTRD) and with a 22q11.2 deletion ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Xie HM,Taylor DM,Zhang Z,McDonald-McGinn DM,Zackai EH,Stambolian D,Hakonarson H,Morrow BE,Emanuel BS,Goldmuntz E

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As a result of human socioeconomic activity, industrial wastes have increased distressingly. Plastic pollution is globally distributed across the world due to its properties of buoyancy and durability. A big health hazard is the sorption of toxicants to plastic while traveling through the environment. Two br...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Segovia-Mendoza M,Nava-Castro KE,Palacios-Arreola MI,Garay-Canales C,Morales-Montor J

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine is recommended during pregnancy to protect newborns against pertussis infection in the months prior to their primary pertussis vaccination. Although research on the safety of the vaccine has been reassuring, most previous s...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Kerr SM,Van Bennekom CM,Mitchell AA

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aerodigestive and communicative behaviors of anencephalic and hydranencephalic patients are assessed from literature sources and are compared with documented neural structures present in the brainstem, subcortical, and cortical regions of the brain. Much of the data analyzed corroborate previous neurological studi...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Radford K,Taylor RC,Hall JG,Gick B

更新日期：2019-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Mouse models are invaluable for investigating the developmental etiology and molecular pathogenesis of structural birth defects. While this has been deployed for studying a wide spectrum of birth defects, mice are particularly valuable for modeling congenital heart disease, given they have the same four-chamber cardia...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Liu X,Kim AJ,Reynolds W,Wu Y,Lo CW

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The blood-brain barrier (BBB) serves as a gateway for passage of drugs, chemicals, nutrients, metabolites, and hormones between vascular and neural compartments in the brain. Here, we review BBB development with regard to the microphysiology of the neurovascular unit (NVU) and the impact of BBB disruption on brain dev...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Saili KS,Zurlinden TJ,Schwab AJ,Silvin A,Baker NC,Hunter ES 3rd,Ginhoux F,Knudsen TB

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The teratogenic effects of prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) have been extensively documented over the course of 45 years of research and psychiatric problems are pervasive in this population. In adults with PAE, suicidal risk is high but less is known about the suicidal risk in adolescents with fetal alcohol ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： O'Connor MJ,Portnoff LC,Lebsack-Coleman M,Dipple KM

更新日期：2019-07-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obstetricians usually prescribe supplements during pregnancy without actual indication. The use of selenium during pregnancy has increased, due to its function in several antioxidant mechanisms. CASE:A pregnant woman received 200,000 micrograms (μg) per day of a selenium galenic formulation, since gestation...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： D'Oria L,Apicella M,De Luca C,Licameli A,Neri C,Pellegrino M,Simeone D,De Santis M

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breastfeeding women who are prescribed with psychotropic medications on a regular basis are often concerned, regarding the possible implications of such treatment on the breastfed infant. A mother's well-being has a direct influence on the well-being of the baby. However, the notorious reputation of psychotr...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Kronenfeld N,Berlin M,Shaniv D,Berkovitch M

更新日期：2017-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neural tube defects (NTDs) are severe congenital malformations. Folate supplementation can reduce the risk, but cannot prevent all NTDs, suggesting other reasons for folate-resistant NTDs. The present study assesses placental fatty acid composition, eicosanoids, and cytokines as risk factors for NTDs in a Ch...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Li K,Zhang X,Pei L,Chen G,Liu J,Wahlqvist ML,Zheng X,Li D

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a DNA herpesvirus that is common worldwide. The two known main sources of primary CMV infection during pregnancy are through sexual activity and contact with young children. Primary infection occurs in approximately 1 to 4% of pregnancies, and is mostly asymptomatic in immunocompetent adults. ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Davis NL,King CC,Kourtis AP

更新日期：2017-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Antecedents for infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS) vary across studies; therefore, we conducted a multistate, population-based retrospective study of the prevalence and descriptive epidemiology of IHPS in the United States (US). METHODS:Data for IHPS cases (n = 29,554) delivered from 1999-2010 a...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Kapoor R,Kancherla V,Cao Y,Oleson J,Suhl J,Canfield MA,Druschel CM,Kirby RS,Meyer RE,Romitti PA

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Birth defects are the leading cause of infant death in the United States and among the top causes of pediatric death and hospitalization. Despite the devastating impact of birth defects, we understand little of their etiology impeding progress towards treatment and prevention. Moreover, while surgical interventions ha...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Khokha MK,Mitchell LE,Wallingford JB

更新日期：2017-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Cannabis use during adolescence has been linked to deleterious effects on brain integrity. This article summarizes findings from two prospective investigations (3 and 6 years, on average) on adolescent cannabis use from our laboratory that utilize structural neuroimaging and neurocognitive assessment approaches. Acros...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Jacobus J,Courtney KE,Hodgdon EA,Baca R

更新日期：2019-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Strategies for conducting juvenile dose ranging studies before definitive toxicity juvenile animal studies (JAS) have evolved, but the aim of demonstrating study design robustness and efficient animal use remains the same. The objective of dose selection is to identify a strategy to achieve consistent system...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Posobiec LM,Laffan SB

更新日期：2020-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infants of diabetic mothers have been shown in several studies to have an increased frequency of malformations. In previous studies, an increased frequency of several specific malformations has been noted, including anencephaly, bilateral renal agenesis, and double outlet right ventricle. Surveillance, used ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Nasri HZ,Houde Ng K,Westgate MN,Hunt AT,Holmes LB

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:OEIS is the acronym of a malformations complex association including omphalocele, exstrophy of bladder or cloaca, imperforate anus, and spinal defects. It has a very low prevalence, ranging from 1/82,000 to 1/200,000 live births (LB). The etiology of OEIS is unknown. Virtually all cases are sporadic, and specific asso...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Arteaga-Vázquez J,Luna-Muñoz L,Morales-Suárez JJ,Mutchinick OM

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Quaternary ammonium compounds are a large class of chemicals used for their antimicrobial and antistatic properties. Two common quaternary ammonium compounds, alkyldimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC) and didecyldimethyl ammonium chloride (DDAC), are combined in common cleaners and disinfectants. Introdu...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Hrubec TC,Melin VE,Shea CS,Ferguson EE,Garofola C,Repine CM,Chapman TW,Patel HR,Razvi RM,Sugrue JE,Potineni H,Magnin-Bissel G,Hunt PA

更新日期：2017-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The diagnosis of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) rests on identification of characteristic facial, growth, and central nervous system (CNS) features. Public health surveillance of FAS depends on documentation of these characteristics. We evaluated if reporting of FAS characteristics is associated with the type ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Andrews JG,Galindo MK,Meaney FJ,Benavides A,Mayate L,Fox D,Pettygrove S,O'Leary L,Cunniff C

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Congenital malformations are a leading cause of infant mortality in the United States, and risk for some congenital malformations varies by socioeconomic status (SES). Medicaid provides health insurance for people with low income, and covers approximately half of all live births in the United States. Income ...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Richardson SD,Josberger RE

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most states have now passed legislation mandating pulse oximetry for all newborns, or have promulgated regulations or guidelines to encourage use of routine pulse oximetry. State-based birth defects registries may be well positioned to track and evaluate critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) screening cov...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Case AP,Miller SD,McClain MR

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Zika virus has recently emerged as a novel cause of microcephaly. CDC has asked states to rapidly ascertain and report cases of Zika-linked birth defects, including microcephaly. Massachusetts added head circumference to its birth certificate (BC) in 2011. The accuracy of head circumference measurements from...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Somerville NJ,Chen X,Heinke D,Stone SL,Higgins C,Manning SE,Pagnano S,Yazdy MM,Anderka M

更新日期：2018-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During the Zika virus (ZIKV) outbreak, an urgent need existed for strong partnerships to disseminate Zika-related information to pregnant women and women of child-bearing age. METHODS:The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) partnered with MotherToBaby, a national organization experienced in pro...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Harris-Sagaribay L,Chambers CD,Perrotta K,Polen KD,Honein MA,Wasternack E

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent advances in genomics methodologies, in particular the availability of next-generation sequencing approaches have made it possible to identify risk loci throughout the genome, in particular the exome. In the current study, we present findings from an exome study conducted in five affected individuals o...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Liu H,Busch T,Eliason S,Anand D,Bullard S,Gowans LJJ,Nidey N,Petrin A,Augustine-Akpan EA,Saadi I,Dunnwald M,Lachke SA,Zhu Y,Adeyemo A,Amendt B,Roscioli T,Cornell R,Murray J,Butali A

更新日期：2017-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is the first study to utilize the index of concentration at the extremes (ICE) to examine risk factors for spina bifida in Texas. The ICE is a useful measure for providing the degree to which residents in a certain area are concentrated into groups at the extremes of disadvantage and privilege. We intro...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Shumate C,Hoyt A,Liu C,Kleinert A,Canfield M

更新日期：2019-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Developmental exposure to brominated flame retardants (BFRs), including polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) and hexabromocyclododecane (HBCDD), has been associated with impaired neurodevelopment and some symptoms of metabolic syndrome. However, there are inconsistencies in studies reporting neurodevelopme...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Tung EWY,Kawata A,Rigden M,Bowers WJ,Caldwell D,Holloway AC,Robaire B,Hales BF,Wade MG

更新日期：2017-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Neonatal cataracts remain the most common cause of visual loss in children worldwide and have diverse, often unknown, etiologies. This review summarizes current knowledge about the detection, treatment, genetics, risk factors, and molecular mechanisms of congenital cataracts. We emphasize significant progress and topi...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Li J,Xia CH,Wang E,Yao K,Gong X

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is considerable variability in the prevalence of birth defects among racial/ethnic groups. This study estimated birth defect prevalence among the less studied non-Hispanic (NH) Asian/Pacific Islander (PI) and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations in Texas relative to NH Whites. METHODS:Dat...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Le MT,Shumate CJ,Hoyt AT,Wilkinson AV,Canfield MA

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is estimated that 20 to 30% of infants with birth defects have two or more birth defects. Among these infants with multiple congenital anomalies (MCA), co-occurring anomalies may represent either chance (i.e., unrelated etiologies) or pathogenically associated patterns of anomalies. While some MCA pattern...

journal_title：Birth defects research

authors： Agopian AJ,Evans JA,Lupo PJ

更新日期：2018-01-15 00:00:00