Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 31, 2026

Magnet Assisted Composite Manufacturing: A Flexible New Technique for Achieving High Consolidation Pressure in Vacuum Bag/Lay-Up Processes
Published on: May 17, 2018
Serial Reduction of an Extremely Large Gastroschisis using Vacuum-Assisted Closure
Marilyn W Butler1, Julie Fuchs2, Matias Bruzoni2
1Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States.
Abstract:
We herein describe a case of serial reduction of an extremely large and complex gastroschisis using vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy in a boy born at 35 5/7 weeks' gestation. A spring-loaded silicone silo was placed at birth. By day of life (DOL) 22, minimal visceral contents had been reduced, and the silo was difficult to maintain due to the size of the fascial defect and loss of abdominal domain. A bespoke VAC dressing was constructed, and biweekly dressing changes allowed gradual reduction of the gastroschisis until the viscera were consolidated. By DOL 50, the viscera were completely reduced, and VAC therapy was discontinued. Feeds were commenced on DOL 57 and increased to goal by DOL 86. The baby was discharged home on DOL 115. We conclude that VAC dressings can be used to aid gradual reduction of an extremely large gastroschisis, particularly in medical fragile infants.
More Related Videos
20:33A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing
Published on: July 4, 2019
09:41Surgical Closure of Equine Abdomen, Prevention, and Management of Incisional Complications
Published on: May 10, 2024
Related Concept Videos
Serial Position Effect
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
Absolute and Local Extreme Values
Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment
Oxymercuration-Reduction of Alkenes
Block Diagram Reduction
The first step in this process is the identification and relocation of a branch point. A branch point, where a...