What Is Prune Belly Syndrome?

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10. Stillbirth

Stillborn deaths occur when a developing infant dies in the uterus or at the time of delivery. The child must have completed at least 20 weeks gestation to be considered stillborn.

Birth defects like Prune Belly syndrome are among the leading causes of stillborn births. Because it is a genetic condition, it starts to affect the fetus in utero.

Prune Belly Syndrome

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