Medical genetics: 1. Clinical teratology in the age of genomics.

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Medical genetics: 1. Clinical teratology in the age of genomics.

CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association journal = journal de l'Association medicale canadienne - 6 Aug 2002

Polifka Janine E, Friedman J M

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Teratogenic exposures are those that can cause an embryo or fetus to develop abnormally. Several factors determine whether an agent is teratogenic, including the gestational timing of the exposure, as well as the dose, route and nature of the agent itself. We review the general concepts of teratogenesis, as well as known genetic susceptibilities to teratogenic effects, with a special focus on antiepileptic drugs....

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Adult
Alcohol Drinking
Anticonvulsants
Environmental Exposure
Epilepsy
Female
Genetic Counseling
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genetic Testing
Genetics, Medical
Humans
Pregnancy
Risk Assessment
Smoking
Teratogens
Valproic Acid

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PMID: 12186175
PMCID: PMC117475

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