Which of the following congenital malformations is specifically associated with Lithium use during the first trimester of pregnancy?
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Correct answer: Ebstein’s anomaly
Ebstein's anomaly is a rare cardiac defect involving the displacement of the tricuspid valve into the right ventricle. While the absolute risk is small, it is significantly higher in infants exposed to Lithium in utero compared to the general population.
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