Causing such suffering, especially to a baby, is unethical and immoral. The specific birth defect in this case is irreversible, as the baby's brain did not split into two hemispheres, and as a result, the baby will only survive for a few weeks, experiencing pain and discomfort. This will be a traumatic experience for the parents who will have to witness their baby's suffering and death, carrying the emotional burden for the rest of their lives.