The most common causes of clubfoot include which of the following? Select all that apply
a. abnormal intrauterine position of the fetal foot
b. maternal infection during the first trimester
c. genetics
d. lack of prenatal vitamins, especially in the first trimester
A, C
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Correct Metatarsal varus (clubfoot) is characterized by medially adducted and inverted toes and forefoot. Clubfoot typically results from an abnormal intrauterine position of the fetal foot.
Metatarsal varus (clubfoot) is characterized by medially adducted and inverted toes and forefoot. Clubfoot typically results from an abnormal intrauterine position of the fetal foot, although heredity may also play a role in the etiology.
Incorrect Clubfoot is not associated with maternal infection during the first trimester.
Clubfoot is not associated with a lack of prenatal vitamins during the first trimester.
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