ReviewCureus2023
Unraveling the Challenges: A Critical Review of Congenital Malformations in Low Socioeconomic Strata of Developing Countries.
Review in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 8 citations in OpenAlex.
- Rachipagus Parasitic Twin With Epithelialized Myelomeningocele in a Rural Ethiopian Neonate: A Case Report.Clinical case reports · 2026Article
- Adams-Oliver Syndrome: A Comprehensive Literature Review of Clinical, Nutritional, Genetic, and Molecular Aspects with Nursing Care Considerations.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
- Congenital Anomalies in a Neonate With Partial Monosomy of Chromosome 21 q Arm: A Case Report.Cureus · 2025Article
- A case report of complete penoscrotal transposition and associated anomalies in a newborn.International journal of surgery case reports · 2025Article
- Patterns and Associated Factors of Congenital Anomalies Among Neonates in 14 Yemeni Governorates 2021-2023: A Case: Control Study.Global epidemiology · 2025Article
- Maternal Risk Factors, Patterns, and Outcomes of Antenatal Congenital Anomalies: A Hospital-Based Study.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Examining the Prevalence of Congenital Anomalies in Newborns: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Care Maternity Hospital in Saudi Arabia.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- A retrospective study of congenital anomalies and associated risk factors among children admitted at a tertiary hospital in northwestern Tanzania.PLOS global public health · 2024Article
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Abstract
Congenital malformations pose significant challenges in the low socioeconomic strata of developing countries. This review critically examines the prevalence, patterns, and factors influencing congenital malformations in these settings. It explores the physical, psychological, and economic consequences for affected individuals and their families and the social stigma and discrimination they face. The review highlights the importance of equity and access to healthcare services, the role of environmental factors and nutritional deficiencies, and the ethical considerations and policy implications associated with congenital malformations. Existing interventions, challenges in implementation, and innovative approaches are discussed. Gaps in knowledge and areas for further research are identified. Addressing congenital malformations in low socioeconomic strata requires multidisciplinary collaboration, advocacy, and inclusive policies. By prioritizing preventive measures, early detection, and comprehensive care, the burden of congenital malformations can be reduced, improving the quality of life for affected individuals and their communities.
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