ЕПІДЕМІОЛОГІЯ ВРОДЖЕНИХ ВАД РОЗВИТКУ ПЛОДА В ОДЕСЬКОМУ РЕГІОНІ
The purpose of the study was a retrospective analysis of regularities of development and prevalence of the congenital fetus malformations (CFM) in Odessa region within 2008-2012. The analysis of CFM frequency shows an evidence of yearly growth of CFM on the background of a delivery frequency increase. In the structure of CFM, the key role is played by congenital defects of the cardiovascular, urinary and osteomuscular systems. The greatest quantity of defects is observed in Odessa and adjacent areas as well as in those areas of Odessa region that are located along the Danube River. It has been established that CFM have a seasonal prevalence.