Q89: Other congenital malformations, not elsewhere classified

Q89.8: Other specified congenital malformations

While developing in the womb, many different types of tissue develop in the body. The organs and body parts develop out of the various types of tissue. If tissue fails to develop properly, defects can occur.

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