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Gastroschisis
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Gastroschisis Symptoms & Signs
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Lump in the abdomen
- Intestine protruding through the abdominal wall near the umbilical cord (navel)
- The unprotected intestine is exposed to irritating amniotic fluid, and as a result, gut motility and absorption may be affected.
- Fortunately, other associated congenital defects are rare in patients with gastroschisis.
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• Definition
• Gastroschisis Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Gastroschisis Symptoms & Signs
• Gastroschisis Diagnosis & Tests
• Gastroschisis Treatment
• Gastroschisis Prognosis
• Gastroschisis Complications
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Review Date : 7/30/2002
Reviewed By : Jonathan Fanaroff, M.D., Department of Pediatrics, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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