摘要：This paper aims to review the current literature about the factors that affect the quality of life in children with congenital anomalies (CA) and to evaluate the levels of anxiety and depression in their parents.The method οf this study included bibliography research from both the review and the research literature which referred to the factors that affect the quality of life in children with CA.This is also a prospective study on a group of 40 parents that has children with CA witch were tested with Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale.In generally,research studies have showed that the change in body image including the delay in physical growth exerts a negative influence on the quality of life of children with CA.
关键词：quality of life;congenital anomalies;anxiety;depression
