They are alterations in the structure of an organ or part of the body, due to disorders in its development during pregnancy, and may also cause alteration of the functioning of the affected organ.
Its importance lies in the fact that it is a frequent and serious problem, since it can compromise vital organs, and may require long and expensive treatments.
In addition to these major malformations, there are other more frequent and less serious and medically important, they are minor malformations such as large ears, joined or fused fingers.
The treatments vary according to the case from an evaluation to determine the most appropriate, either with surgery or some other.