Gastroschisis repair

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Gastroschisis repair

The defect can be corrected with surgery in most cases. The outcome depends on the amount of damage to or loss of intestine.

The infant will be cared for postoperatively in a neonatal intensive care unit. The baby is placed in an isolette (incubator) to keep warm and prevent infection. Oxygen is given and mechanical ventilation is often required. Intravenous fluids, antibiotics, and pain medication will be given.

An NG tube will be in place to keep the stomach emptied of gastric secretions. Feedings are started by NG tube as soon as bowel function resumes. Feedings are started very slowly and often infants are reluctant to feed. These babies may need feeding therapy and lots of encouragement.

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