Z82.7: Family history of congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

Family history of congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities are a group of inherited diseases that can be passed down from parents to their children. These conditions can occur as a result of genetic defects, which can result in abnormal development or function of certain body parts or systems. Such abnormalities can be seen in different forms like physical deformations, functional problems or as deviations from the normal chromosome number. As these conditions often have a familial trend, individuals having a family history of such abnormalities are at a higher risk of having a child with similar conditions. The symptoms and progression of these conditions greatly depend on which body system is affected. For example, a heart malformation may cause breathing difficulties or fatigue while a chromosomal abnormality like Down syndrome can lead to intellectual disability and characteristic facial features.