Summary of ten most frequently reported birth defects in Victoria 2003-2004
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Overview
The Victorian Birth Defects Register has collected information on birth defects in all reported pregnancies occurring in Victoria since January 1st, 1982. This register is an ongoing function of the Victorian Perinatal Data Collection Unit at The Department of Human Services. One of its’ many functions is to provide information to those concerned about having a baby with a birth defect.
This publication, a summary of their latest report: ‘Birth Defects in Victoria 2003-2004’ is designed to make the information easily accessible to the general public.
When facing the possibility of having a child with a birth defect, parents are often overwhelmed with concerns and questions. To help provide answers to some of their questions now and in the future the Victorian Birth Defects Register uses the information it collects to conduct research that helps find factors that may lead to a birth defect. We hope this publication will show you what we found in the 2003-2004 period. At the end of this report we have included a list of websites that you may find useful. A glossary of terms frequently used when talking about birth defects has also been attached to aid your understanding.
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