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Edward's syndrome is a condition in which there is an extra copy of chromosome 18. It classically presents with low birth weight, micrognathia, low-set ears, and rocker-bottom feet, along with abnormal organ development. There is currently no known association between lithium use in pregnancy and Edward's syndrome development in newborns.
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Edward's syndrome
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Retinoblastoma is a type of retinal cancer which can often be picked up on newborn examinations if there is an absent red reflex. There is currently no association between lithium use in pregnancy and retinoblastoma development.
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Retinoblastoma
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Although some studies suggest an association between lithium usage in pregnancy and increased birth weight (macrosomia), there is currently no association between lithium and decreased birth weight (microsomia).
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Microsomia
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Lithium use during pregnancy has been associated with the development of cardiac malformations (e.g. Ebstein's anomaly) in infants. Women taking lithium during pregnancy should have their serum lithium levels measured regularly, as well as regular thyroid and renal function tests.
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Cardiac malformations
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Down's syndrome is a condition in which there is an extra copy of chromosome 21. It typically results in physical changes, such as microcephaly, a flattened face, slanted eyes, and a single palmar crease. There may also be mild to moderate intellectual disability. There is currently no known association between lithium use in pregnancy and Down's syndrome development in newborns.
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Down's syndrome
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Lithium and pregnancy
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Obstetrics
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Which of the following is a potential complication to a baby if a mother is taking lithium during her pregnancy?
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