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Abdominal Wall Defects—Current Treatments

Year: 2021

Type: review

Abstract: Gastroschisis and omphalocele reflect the two most common abdominal wall defects in newborns. First postnatal care consists of defect coverage, avoidance of fluid and heat loss, fluid administration and gastric decompression. Definitive treatment is achieved by defect reduction and abdominal wall closure. Different techniques and timings are used depending on type and size of defect, the abdominal domain and comorbidities of the child. The present review aims to provide an overview of current treatments.

Source: Children

DOI: 10.3390/children8020170

Authors: Isabella N. Bielicki, Stig Somme, Giovanni Frongia, Stefan G. Holland-Cunz, Raphael N. Vuille-dit-Bille

Institutions: University Children’s Hospital Basel, Children's Hospital Colorado, University Hospital Heidelberg

Language: English

Topic: Congenital Anomalies and Fetal Surgery

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,728