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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Neonatal Care
  • Congenital Anomalies

Background:

  • Gastroschisis and omphalocele are congenital abdominal wall defects requiring surgical intervention.
  • Long-term outcomes and quality of life for affected patients require ongoing evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze clinical features, surgical management, and long-term outcomes for gastroschisis and omphalocele patients.
  • To identify factors influencing survival and quality of life in these conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 61 patients operated on for gastroschisis or omphalocele between 1976 and 2009.
  • Data collected included demographics, maternal history, delivery type, associated anomalies, surgical details, complications, morbidity, and mortality.

Main Results:

  • Survival rates have improved over the study period.
  • Omphalocele patients had more associated anomalies but quicker surgical recovery.
  • Mortality was approximately 5%; long-term follow-up in 18 patients showed satisfactory outcomes despite prevalent gastrointestinal issues (70%).

Conclusions:

  • Gastroschisis and omphalocele management has improved, with no clear advantage of Cesarean section over vaginal delivery.
  • Associated anomalies, particularly cardiac malformations, significantly impact survival.
  • While overall outcomes are positive, gastrointestinal and cosmetic concerns affect patient quality of life.