Gastroschisis

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Gastroschisis repair - series

Infant abdominal hernia (gastroschisis)

• Lump in the abdomen
• Intestine protruding through the abdominal wall near the umbilical cord (navel)
• Gut motility and absorption affected due to the unprotected intestine being exposed to irritating amniotic fluid

Fortunately, other associated congenital defects are rare in patients with gastroschisis.

Physical examination of the infant is sufficient for the health care provider to diagnose gastroschisis. The mother may have shown signs indicating excessive amniotic fluid (polyhydramnios). Prenatal ultrasonography often identifies the gastroschisis.

Review Date: 08/16/2006
Reviewed By: Benjamin W. Van Voorhees, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.