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Gastroschisis outcomes have dramatically improved from high mortality to near-certain survival due to advances in parenteral nutrition and surgical techniques. Minimalist surgical approaches are now favored for abdominal wall closure, yielding excellent results.

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  • Pediatric surgery
  • Surgical outcomes

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  • Gastroschisis, a congenital abdominal wall defect, historically had a poor prognosis.
  • Parenteral nutrition significantly improved survival rates for affected neonates.

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  • To review the evolution of surgical techniques for gastroschisis management.
  • To discuss the shift towards minimalist surgical approaches for abdominal wall closure.

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  • Literature review of historical and contemporary surgical management strategies for gastroschisis.
  • Analysis of the impact of surgical techniques on patient outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Surgical intervention aims to return eviscerated contents into the abdominal cavity.
  • Optimal technique depends on intestinal status and abdominal domain accommodation.
  • Minimalist surgical approaches, once due to poor prognosis, are now associated with excellent outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Gastroschisis management has transformed from high mortality to high survival.
  • Modern surgical techniques, including minimalist approaches, are key to successful outcomes.