Not all birth defects can be detected before birth. Some conditions develop gradually, so they may not appear on routine ...

Congenital heart disease or defect is a common type of birth defect that needs medical attention. The exact cause is unclear, but it may be connected to genetic factors or the mother's health ...

A nationwide study of over one million pregnancies in the UK revealed that first-trimester ultrasounds significantly improve the early detection of major fetal anomalies. While availability varied ...