Developmental Anomaly

• Cerebral Palsy is usually diagnosed during the first to second year after birth
• Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip is a condition where the "ball and socket" joint of the hip does not properly form in babies and young children
• Developmental Anomaly is a broad term used to define conditions present at conception or occurring before the end of pregnancy
• In the case of cerebral palsy, a small number of anomalies also occur after birth
• Congenital Heart Defects are conditions present at birth affecting the structure and function of a baby's heart, being the most common birth defect
• Early signs of Cerebral Palsy include developmental delays, abnormal muscle tone, and abnormal posture
• The cause of most developmental anomalies is unknown, and treatment options vary from surgical to non-surgical with lifelong impacts for some
• Developmental Anomaly


  Considered a change from normal development affecting structure and function
• Spina Bifida can range from mild to severe, with some individuals having little to no disability while others may be paralyzed
• Terms for Developmental Anomaly

  • Congenital anomaly
  • Congenital disorders
  • Congenital malformation
  • Birth defect
• Down Syndrome features include a flat facial profile, upward slant to the eyes, small ears, and tongue tendency to stick out
• Cerebral Palsy is the most common motor disability in childhood
• Cerebral Palsy is a group of disorders affecting a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture
• Spina Bifida is a condition affecting the spine, usually apparent at birth, and is a type of neural tube defect
• Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder where a baby is born with an extra chromosome, associated with delays in mental and physical development