Major congenital malformations in neonates at U.T.H. Lusaka Zambia.

The incidence of major congenital malformations in U.T.H., Lusaka during 1976 is reported. The incidence of some common major malformations are compared with the other series. Central nervous system and Alimentry system malformations were most frequent. The relative low incidence of anencephaly and cleft lip and palate in African newborns is confirmed.