Congenital Collection

Cystic fibrosis. Light micrograph of a section through a bronchus (airway) of the lungs in a case of cystic fibrosis (mucoviscidosis)

Portrait of Gerard de Lairesse, 1665-67 (oil on canvas)
3928804 Portrait of Gerard de Lairesse, 1665-67 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 112.7 x 87.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Deformed hands, X-ray C017 / 7561
Deformed hands. X-ray of the hands of a 7 year old female patient with congenital (present at birth) abnormalities of the fingers

Cervical rib, X-ray C017 / 8024
Cervical rib. X-ray of the neck of a patient with an extra rib on the left side of their body (seen at right). This is a congenital (present at birth) abnormality

1777 Buffon Cyclopia congenital disorder
Plate VI, page 582, De Seve drawn & Chevillet engraver. Supplement of Volume IV of " L Histoire Naturelle" (servant de suite a l histoire naturelle de l homme). Published by M

Kaiser Wilhelm II (right) with Pavlov Skoropadsky (1873-1945) the Hetman of the Ukraine. Note the Kaisers withered left arm

Nicholas II (1868-1918) Emperor of Russia from 1894 with his son Alexis (1904-1918), the Tsarevich, in military uniform. Alexis was a haemophiliac. After a photograph

Spina bifida, MRI scan
Fibrolipoma of the spine. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through the spine of a 24-month-old patient with spina bifida

Rubella virus particles, artwork C016 / 9332
Rubella virus particles, computer artwork. Each particle consists of an RNA (ribonucleic acid) core, surrounded by a protein capsid and a lipoprotein envelope

Congenital kidney abnormality, X-ray C018 / 0516
Congenital kidney abnormality. Coloured X-ray of the pelvis of a 28 year old patient who has only a single kidney (white area at lower centre) attached to the bladder (white area at bottom centre)

Congenital heart disease, X-ray C017 / 8020
Congenital heart disease. X-ray of the chest of a 19 year old female patient with congenital (present at birth) heart disease

Extra fingers, X-ray C017 / 8007
Extra fingers. X-ray of the hand of a one year old male patient with an extra finger, a congenital (present at birth) abnormality known as polydactyly

Duplex kidney collecting system, X-ray C017 / 7973
Duplex kidney collecting system. X-ray of the abdomen of a 78 year old male patient who has bilateral duplex collecting systems of the kidneys

Reversed heart position, X-ray C017 / 7965
Reversed heart position. X-ray of the chest of a patient with dextrocardia, the congenital (present at birth) placement of the heart on the right side of the body

Reversed heart position, X-ray C017 / 7825
Reversed heart position. X-ray of the chest of a patient with dextrocardia, the congenital (present at birth) placement of the heart on the right side of the body

Congenital syphilis is preventable If syphilitic mothers will take adequate treatment during the last five months of pregnancy : New York State Department of Health

Dyslexia. Scrabble letters spelling the word dyslexia. Dyslexia is a congenital and developmental disorder affecting a persons ability to read and write

Cleft lip. Image 2 of 2. Artwork of the face of a person with a cleft, or hare, lip following surgery to correct it. A cleft lip is a birth defect caused by a failure of the face to fuse together

Jean Fournier, French dermatologist
Jean Alfred Fournier (1832-1914), French dermatologist. Fournier studied medicine in Paris and worked at the Hopital du Midi, the Hotel-Dieu and the Hopital Saint Louis

Two-headed sheep. Conceptual image of a sheep (Ovis aries) with two heads. This could represent conjoined twins that share a single body, but have different heads

Extra fingers - polydactyly illustration
Polydactyly - extra fingers. 18th century illustration, copperplate with original hand colouring. Congenital birth defect. Famous historical people affected include Anne Boleyn

Spine in Morquio syndrome, X-ray
Coloured X-ray (side view) of the spine in a 7 year old patient with Morquio syndrome showing deformed vertebral bones (osteodysplasia). Morquio syndrome is an inherited lysosomal storage disorder

Dolichocephalic skull deformity, X-ray
Coloured X-ray (side view) of the elongated skull (dolichocephalic deformity) in an adult patient. This deformed skull can either characterize newborns who are born after breech presentation

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"Unveiling the Complexities of Congenital Conditions: A Journey through History and Science" In this captivating portrait, Gerard de Lairesse masterfully captures the essence of a young boy named Alexis, son of Nicholas II, Emperor of Russia. Little did they know that within his delicate frame lay the burden challenges. Behind closed doors, medical mysteries awaited discovery. X-ray images reveal deformed hands and an unexpected cervical rib in individuals affected by cystic fibrosis. These haunting visuals remind us that congenital conditions can manifest in various forms. As we delve deeper into history, Kaiser Wilhelm II stands alongside Pavlov Skoropadsky, Hetman of Ukraine. Their alliance highlights how these conditions transcend borders and social status – affecting people from all walks of life. Spina bifida emerges on an MRI scan as a poignant reminder that even our most vulnerable parts can be touched by congenital abnormalities. The Rubella virus particles depicted in artwork further emphasize the importance of prevention to avoid potential harm during pregnancy. X-rays uncover another facet: a congenital kidney abnormality silently impacting lives. And yet again, we encounter the chilling presence syphilis - its destructive force captured through multiple X-ray images. Through these glimpses into history and science, we are reminded that behind each diagnosis lies a unique story filled with resilience and hope. While these conditions may shape one's journey from birth onwards, they do not define their worth or potential for greatness. Let us honor those who have faced such challenges with strength and grace while striving to raise awareness about congenital conditions - fostering empathy and understanding within society as we continue to unravel their complexities together.