V.A.C.T.E.R.L Syndrome.
Vacterl association, or most commonly known as Vacterl syndrome; is a "disorder that affects many of the body's systems" (genetics home reference). Vacterl stands for spinal anomalies (vertebrae), Anal anomalies (imperforate anus, etc), Heart problems (cardiac), throat problems ( Tracheo-esophageal fistulas), kidney problems ( renal anomalies), and deformation of limbs ( Limb anomalies). People with Vacterl Syndrome will most typically have three or more of the before mentioned diagnoses.
According to Genetics home reference, Vacterl Associations ( Vacterl syndrome); occurs 1 in every 10,000 to 40,000 newborns. 1 in 4 pregnancies will have kidney issues. Whether it be multi-cystic kidneys or the development of only one kidney.
60-80% of the people that are diagnosed will have anal issues such as imperforate anus, which is basically when the anus does not open like it should. The intestines usually does not reach down into the anal muscle and often times it is short a few inches. The intestine often attaching to different areas of the body such as the bladder. When this occurs surgery is needed to construct the anal area. Dilation is then needed to make the anal muscle stronger. Often needing colostomy bags by the abdominal areas. Often having a Fistula, to let the intestinal liquid somewhere to come out as a Stoma lets out the feces from the body.
60-80% of people also have vertebral issues such as abnormal vertebrae or have one or two more than the norm. Sometimes you can even have a few less than the needed. Which will either cause the spine to be too curved and have back issues for the rest of their lives.
60-80% have Cardiac issues like heart murmurs, etc. Often it can be benign, but there are some more unfortunate cases that the cardiac issue is more malicious.
There are also some other diagnosis that are not part of the diagnoses that can be tied into having the syndrome. Such as undistended testicles (males), weak immune systems, and other illnesses.
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