Anomalies et malformations congénitales

Congenital anomalies and malformations

Congenital anomalies and malformations are structural or functional defects in a part of the body that are present at birth. Santé publique France conducts epidemiological surveillance of these conditions.

Our Mission

  • To coordinate and support the work of registries in the area of monitoring and evaluating public health initiatives

  • Analyze longitudinal trends in the incidence of congenital anomalies and regional disparities

  • Assess the suitability of using medical-administrative databases to identify valid information for the epidemiological surveillance of congenital anomalies

  • Inform the general public by making available epidemiological data accessible and visible

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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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