146 top medical experts on VATER association across 7 countries and 6 U.S. states, including 17 MDs (Physicians). This is based on an objective analysis of their Scientific Publications, Clinical Trials, Medicare, and NIH Grants.

  1. VATER association: VACTERL association is a non-random association of birth defects that affects multiple parts of the body. The term VACTERL is an acronym with each letter representing the first letter of one of the more common findings seen in affected individuals: (V) = vertebral abnormalities; (A) = anal atresia ; (C) = cardiac (heart) defects; (T) = tracheal anomalies including tracheoesophageal (TE) fistula ; (E) = esophageal atresia ; (R) = renal (kidney) and radial (thumb side of hand) abnormalities; and (L) = other limb abnormalities. Other features may include (less frequently) growth deficiencies and failure to thrive; facial asymmetry (hemifacial microsomia); external ear malformations; intestinal malrotation ; and genital anomalies. Intelligence is usually normal. The exact cause of VACTERL association is unknown; most cases occur randomly, for no apparent reason. In rare cases, VACTERL association has occurred in more than one family member.Treatment depends on the symptoms, and may include surgery to repair the birth defects, followed by long-term managment.
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  • Synonyms: and Radial dysplasia Tracheoesophageal fistula with Esophageal atresia Anal atresia Vertebral defects


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