VACTERL/VATER association

What is VACTERL/VATER association?

A rare multiple congenital anomalies characterized by the presence of at least three of the following malformations: vertebral defects, anal atresia, cardiac defects, tracheo-esophageal fistula, renal anomalies, and limb abnormalities.

Other condition names

  • VACTERL association
  • VATER association

Inheritance type

Not applicable

Age of Onset

  • Neonatal
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