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Neurodevelopmental outcome after open fetal surgery

D L Gibbs1, R E Piecuch, J L Graf

  • 1Fetal Treatment Center and the Department of Surgery, The University of California, San Francisco 94143-0570, USA.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|August 29, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Open fetal surgery in 11 children showed positive neurological and developmental outcomes in most cases. However, complications like intracranial hemorrhage impacted long-term prognosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Neonatal Neurology
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • Fetal surgery is an evolving intervention for congenital anomalies.
  • Assessing long-term outcomes is crucial for surgical decision-making.
  • Understanding factors influencing post-fetal surgery development is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the neurological and developmental outcomes of children following open fetal surgery.
  • To identify factors associated with prognosis after fetal intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 11 children who underwent open fetal surgery.
  • Assessment of neurological status and age-appropriate development post-surgery.

Main Results:

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  • Nine out of 11 children demonstrated normal neurological outcomes.
  • Nine out of 11 children exhibited normal age-appropriate development.
  • Complications such as intracranial hemorrhage and prolonged respiratory support were noted.

Conclusions:

  • Most children who undergo open fetal surgery achieve favorable neurological and developmental results.
  • Intensive postnatal care, intracranial hemorrhage, and need for prolonged respiratory support correlate with poorer outcomes.
  • These findings highlight the importance of managing complications for improved long-term prognosis.