birth defect

NOUN

congenital abnormality

Synonyms

WEAK

abnormality congenital anomaly congenital defect congenital malformation deformity disability mutation

Example Sentences

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One version of the molecule helped treat morning sickness in pregnant women, while its mirror image caused serious birth defects.

From Science Daily

Taking too much vitamin A can cause health problems, including birth defects if taken while pregnant.

From Salon

It can also cause birth defects and isn’t approved for women.

From MarketWatch

Untreated fever and pain in pregnancy can raise the risk for miscarriage and birth defects, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine says.

From The Wall Street Journal

He was diagnosed with short bowel syndrome, an incurable disease caused by a birth defect, and Ms Ogg was told he would not survive the night.

From BBC