In general, omphaloceles and gastroschisis are abdominal wall defects noted at birth with exposed viscera, which puts neonates at risk for dehydration due to severe fluid loss, the potential to develop partial bowel obstructions, potential for infections, and heat loss from exposed abdominal compartment. [More…]
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