Publication at Second Faculty of Medicine |
2018
Abstract
Introduction: Gastroschisis is the most common malformation among abdominal wall defects with the incidence of 1:4MINUS SIGN 5000 live birth neonates. Postoperative care for these patients is very difficult due to the risk of abdominal compartment syndrome.
The identification of markers that correlate with bowel damage in gastroschisis may prevent this serious postoperative complication. Methods: Review of the literature.
Conclusion: Prenatal ultrasound prediction of bowel damage followed by an appropriate surgical strategy is a possibility of optimizing care and outcomes in gastroschisis patients. The dynamics of I-FABP is a promising biomarker for the elimination of abdominal compartment syndrome during postoperative care.