Arteriovenous malformation. Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is an abnormal connection between arteries and veins, bypassing the capillary system. This vascular anomaly is widely known because of its occurrence in the central nervous system (usually cerebral AVM), but can appear in any location.
Since fetal alcohol syndrome covers a wide range of problems, there are many possible symptoms. The severity of these symptoms ranges from mild to severe, and can include: 1  a small head.  a smooth ridge between the upper lip and nose, small and wide-set eyes, a very thin upper lip, or other abnormal facial features.
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and How Drugs Affect Pregnancy. Fetal alcohol syndrome is a serious condition that affects approximately two out of every 1,000 babies born in the United States. The condition is tragic in that it is 100 percent preventable.lcohol isnât the only substance that can affect a fetus during pregnancy. Women who take illicit drugs are also putting their babies at risk for a number of health problems.