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Ebstein's anomaly of the tricuspid valve causes
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The genetic or molecular mechanism causing Ebstein’s anomaly is largely unknown. However, the incidence is increased in infants born to mothers who have taken lithium during first trimester of pregnancy and those taking benzodiazepines.
Causes
Causes
References
References
- ↑ Correa-Villaseñor A, Ferencz C, Neill CA, Wilson PD, Boughman JA (August 1994). “Ebstein’s malformation of the tricuspid valve: genetic and environmental factors. The Baltimore-Washington Infant Study Group”. Teratology. 50 (2): 137–47. doi:10.1002/tera.1420500208. PMID 7801301.
- ↑ Poels E, Bijma HH, Galbally M, Bergink V (December 2018). “Lithium during pregnancy and after delivery: a review”. Int J Bipolar Disord. 6 (1): 26. doi:10.1186/s40345-018-0135-7. PMC 6274637. PMID 30506447. Vancouver style error: initials (help)
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