noun
- Plural of anencephaly; a congenital condition in which a fetus or newborn lacks most of the brain and scalp.
Usage: medical term; typically used in clinical or scientific contexts
Examples
- Anencephalies are detected during prenatal screening using ultrasound.
- The study examined the prevalence of anencephalies in different populations.
- Folic acid supplementation during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of anencephalies.
- Anencephalies are incompatible with life and result in stillbirth or early neonatal death.
- Genetic counseling is recommended for families with a history of anencephalies.