Anaesthesia for omphalocele and gastroschisis repair

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Originally from https://resources.wfsahq.org/uia/vol-37-paediatrics-special-edition/ | Update in Anaesthesia

Kolawole Gabriel Asiyanbi* and Ibironke Desalu

Kolawole Gabriel  Asiyanbi fwacs Consultant AnaesthetistLagos University Teaching Hospital  Lecturer in Anaesthesia University of Lagos NIGERIA

Ibironke Desalu,  fwacs, fmca Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetistt Lagos University  Teaching Hospital Senior Lecturer in Anaesthesia University of Lagos NIGERIA

*Correspondence email: drgko2002@yahoo.com

doi:10.1029/WFSA-D-19-00024

Abstract

Omphalocele and Gastroschisis are congenital abdominal wall defects which present with herniation of abdominal contents requiring correction. They may be associated with other congenital anomalies. Large defects present with hypothermia, dehydration and risk of infection. They should be promptly corrected for improved outcome. Management may be by primary closure, staged closure, use of silo or desiccating agents. Abdominal compartment syndrome may occur with primary closure of a large defect. Some neonates will require ventilation and total parenteral nutrition in the post-operative period.