Surgical Management of Omphalocele With Concurrent Ileal Atresia: A Case Report

Sai Goutham Rekavari1, Kiran Khedkar2, Chanrashekhar Mahakalkar1

  • 1General Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.

Cureus
|May 28, 2024
PubMed

Insights

This case study highlights the successful surgical management of a neonate with omphalocele and ileal atresia. Prompt intervention and expert care ensured a positive outcome for this complex congenital anomaly.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Congenital Anomalies

Background:

  • Omphalocele involves abdominal organs protruding through the umbilical ring.
  • Concurrent anomalies, like intestinal atresia, complicate surgical treatment.
  • Neonatal surgical management requires specialized care and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Observation:

  • A female infant presented with omphalocele and ileal atresia.
  • Preoperative assessment indicated intestinal obstruction.
  • Intraoperative findings confirmed the need for omphalocele reduction and atresia resection.

Findings:

  • The infant underwent successful surgical correction of both omphalocele and ileal atresia.
  • Postoperative care in the neonatal intensive care unit facilitated recovery.

Implications:

  • Timely surgical intervention is crucial for managing complex neonatal congenital anomalies.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration improves outcomes in challenging pediatric surgical cases.
  • This case reinforces best practices for omphalocele and intestinal atresia management.