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Prognosis

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Compared with infants born with other abdominal wall defects, infants born with gastroschisis have the most favourable prognosis, with excellent long-term outcomes. (1)

The most important prognostic factor for morbidity is the presence of intestinal atresia; preterm delivery and very low birthweight are also associated with worse clinical outcomes. (2)

Reported survival rates in gastroschisis range from 91% to 100%, although the condition is associated with lengthy hospital stays. (3)

Reference:

  1. Lepigeon K et al. Gastroschisis--what should be told to parents? Prenat Diagn. 2014 Apr;34(4):316-26.
  2. Raymond SL, Hawkins RB, St Peter SD, et al. Predicting morbidity and mortality in neonates born with gastroschisis. J Surg Res. 2020 Jan;245:217-24.
  3. Fullerton BS et al. Contemporary Outcomes of Infants with Gastroschisis in North America: A Multicenter Cohort Study. J Pediatr. 2017 Sep;188:192-197.e6(1)

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