In brief
Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on congenital anomalies and malformations here
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Call for Applications to Form an Expert Committee on Congenital Anomalies
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Transverse agenesis of the upper limbs (TAUL): The Scientific Expert Committee ...
The disease
Congenital Anomalies
Congenital anomalies are structural or functional defects in an organ or a region of the body resulting from an abnormality in the normal developmental process of the embryo or fetus. Congenital anomalies are, by definition, present at birth; however, they may not be...
What We Do
Santé publique France’s mission is “the ongoing monitoring and observation of the population’s health status...”. To this end, in the field of congenital anomalies, Santé publique France coordinates a network of registries and contributes to their funding. Drawing on these congenital anomaly...
Data
The data presented are drawn from six French registries of congenital anomalies. These registries’ affiliation with the European EUROCAT network helps standardize the definitions and classification of malformations. However, there are variations from one registry to another, whether regarding...
Publications
Find here the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé Publique France;
2 publications
enquêtes/études
Perinatal Health in Mayotte - Results of the 2021 National Perinatal Survey in the French Overseas Departments and Regions (ENP-DROM 2021)
In relation to
Tobacco
thematic dossier
Despite a slight decrease compared to 2015, tobacco remains responsible for more than 68,000 premature deaths in 2023—accounting for 11% of total mortality—making it still the leading cause of...
Alcohol
thematic dossier
Alcohol is deeply rooted in French culture. Its consumption remains a major cause of death and illness in France.
