FETAL ANOMALIES

Fetal Anomalies are conditions that affect a fetus or embryo and may be fatal or cause disease after birth.A fetal anomaly is a genetic or physical defect in the fetus that can affect pregnancy, complicate delivery and have serious adverse effects on the child. Fetal anomalies, often referred to as birth defects, are structural changes to one or more parts of the fetus’ body that increase the chance of stillbirth and can cause deficiencies in the child’s health, development and quality of life. Many women whose pregnancies are affected by fetal anomalies will consider terminating the pregnancy.