Musculoskeletal Abnormalities
| Definition: |
Congenital structural abnormalities and deformities of the musculoskeletal system. |
| Notes: |
for congen struct abnorm only; GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics or specific organ /abnorm; do not use /congen & do not coord with INFANT, NEWBORN, DISEASES; DF: MUSCULOSKELETAL ABNORM |
| Previously Indexed: |
Musculoskeletal System/abnormalities (1966-1997) |
Musculoskeletal Abnormalities Categories.
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Craniofacial Abnormalities - Congenital structural deformities, malformations, or other abnormalities of the cranium and facial bones. |
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Gastroschisis - A congenital fissure of the abdominal wall not involving the site of insertion of the umbilical cord, and usually accompanied by protrusion of the small and part of the large intestine. (Dorland, 28th ed) |
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Limb Deformities, Congenital - Congenital structural deformities of the upper and lower extremities collectively or unspecified. |
Musculoskeletal Abnormalities Definitions and Terms
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