Most common congenital anomaly associated with lithium -
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cardiac malformations Teratogenic effects of lithium o Lithium carries the risk of teratogenesis if ingested during pregnancy, especially during first trimester. o The most commonly repoed congenital malformations are cardiac abnormalities paicularly Ebstein's anomaly. o Other congenital malformations have also been described and include neural tube defect, Talipes, Microtia, thyroid abnormalities.
Cardiac malformations
Neural tube defects
Renal anomaly
Fetal hydantoin syndrome