(Q79.3) Gastroschisis

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203 021 in individuals diagnosis gastroschisis confirmed
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13 891 deaths with diagnosis gastroschisis
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7% mortality rate associated with the disease gastroschisis

Diagnosis gastroschisis is diagnosed Men are 2.86% more likely than Women

104 416

Men receive the diagnosis gastroschisis

7 358 (7.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis gastroschisis

6 533 (6.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease gastroschisis - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features gastroschisis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Gastroschisis - what does this mean

Gastroschisis is a birth defect in which the baby's intestines extend outside of the body through a hole in the abdominal wall. it occurs when the abdominal wall does not close correctly during the early stages of fetal development.

What happens during the disease - gastroschisis

Gastroschisis is a congenital defect that occurs when the abdominal wall does not form properly during fetal development. it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors that affect the development of the abdominal wall. it is thought that the lack of development of the abdominal wall in the fetus results in the intestines and other abdominal organs being exposed to the amniotic fluid and outside environment, leading to an increased risk of infection and other complications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical exam
  • Ultrasound
  • Blood tests
  • Amniocentesis
  • Fetal MRI
  • Fetal Echocardiogram
  • Fetal Monitoring
  • Genetic Testing
Additions:
  • CT scan
  • X-ray

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To ensure the baby is born healthy and that the defect is closed properly.
  • Regular monitoring of the mother's health and the baby's development
  • Administering prenatal vitamins to the mother
  • Careful monitoring of the baby's growth
  • Performing an ultrasound to check for any complications
  • Administering antibiotics to the mother to prevent infection
  • Performing surgery to close the defect before or shortly after birth
  • Providing post-operative care for the baby
  • Providing follow-up care to monitor the baby's development
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25 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Gastroschisis - Prevention

Gastroschisis is a birth defect that affects the abdominal wall. to help prevent this condition, pregnant women should take a multivitamin with folic acid, eat a balanced and healthy diet, maintain a healthy weight, and avoid alcohol, smoking, and drug use. additionally, pregnant women should get regular prenatal care to ensure the health of their baby.