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Abello C, A Harding C, P Rios A, Guelfand M. Management of giant omphalocele with a simple and efficient nonsurgical silo. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:1068-1075. [PMID: 33341259 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2020] [Revised: 11/27/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Giant omphaloceles can be a challenge for pediatric surgeons and neonatologists worldwide. It is a rare and low-frequency congenital anomaly with no standardized management schemes or treatment protocols. Over the past few decades, we have developed a simple and efficient staged management for giant omphaloceles that allows definitive closure in the neonatal period, the results of which we outline in this report. MATERIAL AND METHODS With IRB approval, a retrospective and multicentric cohort study was carried out between 1994 and 2019 with patients with giant omphalocele defined as an abdominal wall defect greater than 5 cm in diameter and/or that contains more than 50% of the liver within the sac. We included all patients managed with the nonsurgical silo technique. Data on demographics, gestational age, associated malformations, amnion reduction and inversion time, anatomic closure, requirement of a mesh, intra- and post-silo complications, mortality and follow-up were collected. The technique consists of the construction of a silo with an adhesive hydrocolloid dressing (DuodermⓇ) to achieve an omphalocele staged-reduction until complete abdominal reintegration of the liver and bowel preservation of the amnion sac. This also enables the simulation of abdominal closure before definitive surgical closure, being managed in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). RESULTS Forty patients, 21 of whom were female, were managed with this technique. The average weight was 2900 gs (890-3900), and the median gestational age was 38 weeks (28-40). In total, 37.5% of cases had an associated comorbidity. The average silo reduction time was 7.3 days (0-35), the average time of amnion inversion was 5 days (2-9), and the average time to closure was 14.6 days (6-38). Anatomical closure was achieved in 95% of cases. In 4 patients, an absorbable mesh was used to reinforce the anatomical closure, and in 2 patients (5%), a mesh (DualmeshⓇ) was required to achieve an abdominal closure. There was no mortality associated with this nonsurgical silo technique. The average follow-up time was 60 (6 - 288) months. CONCLUSION The staged silo management of giant omphalocele in this series is safe and effective and reduces the time to closure and potential morbidity and mortality compared with traditional surgical or medical management.
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- Cristobal Abello
- Pediatric Surgery Department, Clinica Cmipediatrica International, Barranquilla, Colombia
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- Pediatric Surgery Department, Hospital Dr Exequiel González Cortés, Santiago, Chile
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- Pediatric Surgery Department, Hospital Dr Exequiel González Cortés, Santiago, Chile
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- Pediatric Surgery Department, Hospital Dr Exequiel González Cortés, Santiago, Chile; Pediatric Surgery Department, Clínica Las Condes, Santiago, Chile.
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BACKGROUND Umbilical hernias are well described in the literature, but its impact on health care is less understood. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of non-operative management of umbilical hernias on cost, work absenteeism, and resource utilization. METHODS The Truven Health Database, consisting of 279 employers and over 3000 hospitals, was reviewed for all umbilical hernia patients, aged 18-64 who were enrolled in health plans for 12 months prior to surgery and 12 months after surgery. Patients were excluded if they had a recurrence or had been offered a "no surgery" approach within 1 year of the index date. The remaining patients were separated into surgery (open or laparoscopic repair) or no surgery (NS). Post-cost analysis at 90 and 365 days and estimated days off from work were reviewed for each group. RESULTS The non-surgery cohort had a higher proportion of females and comorbidity index. Adjusted analysis showed significantly higher 90 and 365 costs for the surgery group (p < 0.0001), though the cost difference did decrease over time. NS group had significantly higher estimated days of health-care utilization at both the 90 (1.99 vs. 3.58 p < 0.0001) and 365 (8.69 vs. 11.04 p < 0.0001) day post-index mark. A subgroup analysis demonstrated laparoscopic repair had higher costs compared to open primarily due to higher index procedure costs (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Though the financial costs were found to be higher in the surgery group, the majority of these were due to the surgery itself. Significantly higher days of health-care utilization and estimated days off work were experienced in the NS group. It is our belief that early operative intervention will lead to decreased costs and resource utilization.
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- David S Strosberg
- Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 558 Doan Hall, 410 W. 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA.
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- Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 558 Doan Hall, 410 W. 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
- Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital, Geneva, IL, USA
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- Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 558 Doan Hall, 410 W. 10th Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43210, USA
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Volkamer HM, Steele B, Broder J. Man With Sharp Periumbilical Pain. Ann Emerg Med 2016; 67:437-54. [PMID: 27015917 DOI: 10.1016/j.annemergmed.2015.08.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Division of Emergency Medicine, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC
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- Division of Emergency Medicine, Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC
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Aldridge B, Ladd AP, Kepple J, Wingle T, Ring C, Kokoska ER. Negative pressure wound therapy for initial management of giant omphalocele. Am J Surg 2015; 211:605-9. [PMID: 26778271 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2015.11.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2015] [Revised: 11/25/2015] [Accepted: 11/30/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Current treatment of giant omphalocele includes "paint and wait" or placement of mesh or silo. These methods are associated with high complication rates. We propose negative pressure wound therapy as an alternative. METHODS Patients born between 2009 and 2014 with giant omphalocele were included. Outcomes analyzed were duration of therapy, time to full enteral feeds, treatment related complications, wound surface area over time, type, and time to definitive closure. RESULTS Eight patients were reviewed. The median duration of therapy was 68 days. Median time to full enteral feeds was 19 days. There were no treatment discontinuations or complications including sac ruptures, wound infections, or fistulas. Wound contraction stopped at 2 months or around 7 cm(2). All surviving patients underwent definitive closure. CONCLUSIONS Negative pressure wound therapy is a safe and effective treatment for giant omphalocele that allows feeding, has a low complication rate, and is completed in 2 months.
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- Beau Aldridge
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, 2001 W 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA
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- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Indiana University, Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, 2001 W 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, 2001 W 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, 2001 W 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, 2001 W 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA.
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Pandey V, Gangopadhyay AN, Gupta DK, Sharma SP, Kumar V. Non-operative management of giant omphalocele with topical povidone-iodine and powdered antibiotic combination: early experience from a tertiary centre. Pediatr Surg Int 2014; 30:407-11. [PMID: 24509569 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-014-3479-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/21/2014] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of the study was to evaluate topical povidone-iodine and topical powdered antibiotic combination (Polymyxin, Bacitracin and Neomycin) in initial non-operative management with delayed closure of the defect of giant omphaloceles. METHODS A prospective study was conducted between July 2010 and June 2013 including all neonates with giant omphalocele without signs of intestinal obstruction. All cases were managed by daily application of povidone-iodine (5% solution) followed by spraying topical powdered antibiotic combination to promote eschar formation and eventual epithelialisation. Record was made of sex, associated anomalies, length of stay, and thyroid function tests. RESULTS Twenty-four neonates with giant omphaloceles were treated with topical povidone-iodine and topical powdered antibiotic combination. No sac ruptures were observed in our series. All patients had a normal thyroid function test at presentation and after 10 days of initiation of treatment. Six patients have undergone delayed repair. CONCLUSION Topical povidone-iodine and powdered antibiotic combination promotes more rapid escharification and epithelialisation of the omphalocele than povidone-iodine alone. We also hypothesise that combination minimises the chances of hypothyroidism associated with use of povidone-iodine alone.
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- Vaibhav Pandey
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP, India,
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Matsumaru D, Haraguchi R, Miyagawa S, Motoyama J, Nakagata N, Meijlink F, Yamada G. Genetic analysis of Hedgehog signaling in ventral body wall development and the onset of omphalocele formation. PLoS One 2011; 6:e16260. [PMID: 21283718 PMCID: PMC3024424 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0016260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2010] [Accepted: 12/12/2010] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Background An omphalocele is one of the major ventral body wall malformations and
is characterized by abnormally herniated viscera from the body trunk. It has
been frequently found to be associated with other structural malformations,
such as genitourinary malformations and digit abnormalities. In spite of its
clinical importance, the etiology of omphalocele formation is still controversial.
Hedgehog (Hh) signaling is one of the essential growth factor signaling pathways
involved in the formation of the limbs and urogenital system. However, the
relationship between Hh signaling and ventral body wall formation remains
unclear. Methodology/Principal Findings To gain insight into the roles of Hh signaling in ventral body wall formation
and its malformation, we analyzed phenotypes of mouse mutants of Sonic
hedgehog (Shh), GLI-Kruppel family member
3 (Gli3) and Aristaless-like homeobox 4
(Alx4). Introduction of additional Alx4Lst
mutations into the Gli3Xt/Xt background resulted
in various degrees of severe omphalocele and pubic diastasis. In addition,
loss of a single Shh allele restored the omphalocele and
pubic symphysis of Gli3Xt/+; Alx4Lst/Lst
embryos. We also observed ectopic Hh activity in the ventral body wall region
of Gli3Xt/Xt embryos. Moreover, tamoxifen-inducible
gain-of-function experiments to induce ectopic Hh signaling revealed Hh signal
dose-dependent formation of omphaloceles. Conclusions/Significance We suggest that one of the possible causes of omphalocele and pubic diastasis
is ectopically-induced Hh signaling. To our knowledge, this would be the first
demonstration of the involvement of Hh signaling in ventral body wall malformation
and the genetic rescue of omphalocele phenotypes.
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- Daisuke Matsumaru
- Global COE "Cell Fate Regulation
Research and Education Unit", Department of Organ Formation, Institute of
Molecular Embryology and Genetics (IMEG), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Global COE "Cell Fate Regulation
Research and Education Unit", Department of Organ Formation, Institute of
Molecular Embryology and Genetics (IMEG), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Global COE "Cell Fate Regulation
Research and Education Unit", Department of Organ Formation, Institute of
Molecular Embryology and Genetics (IMEG), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Medical Life Systems,
Doshisha University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Center for Animal Resources and
Development (CARD), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Hubrecht Institute, KNAW and University
Medical Center, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Global COE "Cell Fate Regulation
Research and Education Unit", Department of Organ Formation, Institute of
Molecular Embryology and Genetics (IMEG), Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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Lewis N, Kolimarala V, Lander A. Conservative management of exomphalos major with silver dressings: are they safe? J Pediatr Surg 2010; 45:2438-9. [PMID: 21129562 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2010.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2010] [Revised: 08/01/2010] [Accepted: 08/04/2010] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Historically, some dressings used in exomphalos major were associated with toxicity. These have been abandoned in favor of safer dressings. Silver toxicity has not been described following the use of silver dressings in infants. We, however, found disconcerting serum silver levels in 2 consecutive patients during treatment with silver salt containing dressings.
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- Nicola Lewis
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Birmingham Children's Hospital, Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham B4 6NH, United Kingdom.
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Mitanchez D, Walter-Nicolet E, Humblot A, Rousseau V, Revillon Y, Hubert P. Neonatal care in patients with giant ompholocele: arduous management but favorable outcomes. J Pediatr Surg 2010; 45:1727-33. [PMID: 20713230 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2010.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2009] [Revised: 04/01/2010] [Accepted: 04/23/2010] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The objectives of the study were to provide a review of patients with giant omphalocele managed in a single institution (2001-2006), focusing on medical management in the neonatal period, and to evaluate short-term outcomes. METHODS Data from 14 neonates with giant ompholocele (abdominal wall defect >5 cm and/or containing liver) and the absence of malformation and chromosomal anomalies during fetal screening were retrospectively reviewed. All were intubated and sedated before surgical treatment. Initial management consisted of progressive reduction of the herniated organs by gentle compression. After sequential reduction, abdominal wall closure was attempted at the skin and fascia level and, when necessary, with a Gore-Tex patch. RESULTS Median gestational age was 39 weeks (38-40), and median birth weight was 3100 g (2470-3700). Median age at closure was 6 days (0-20). A central Gore-Tex patch was inserted in 10 cases. Median ventilation length was 26 days (2-78). Full enteral diet was achieved after an average of 33 days (8-82), and median time until discharge from the intensive care unit was 24.5 days (11-85). Nine patients developed sepsis in the postoperative course. In 10 patients, at least 1 associated malformation was diagnosed in the postnatal course, among which cardiac and diaphragmatic defects were the most common. Survival rate was 85.7%. CONCLUSION Mortality rate of giant omphalocele without chromosomal anomaly or major malformations is low when treated by gradual reduction of the contents. Parents should be informed of the long hospitalization in the intensive care unit at birth, the potential nonthreatening associated malformations to be diagnosed after birth, and the high risk of sepsis.
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- Delphine Mitanchez
- Service de néonatologie, Hôpital Armand-Trousseau, 26 avenue du Docteur Arnold Netter, 75571 Paris, Cedex 12, France.
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- Jennifer Bevacqua
- Pediatric Emergency Department, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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PURPOSE In exomphalos major (EM), closure of the defect in the abdominal wall presents a challenge. The aim of this study is to evaluate a single centre experience of EM. MATERIALS A 15-year retrospective case-note review; data presented as median (range). RESULTS Fourteen infants (7 female) were born with EM: birth weight 2.9 (1.2-3.8) kg, gestational age 38 (31-39) weeks. One infant died in utero and one within the first hour of life. Severe pulmonary hypoplasia was present in 7/13 (54%), and there was a mortality of 6/13 (46%) live births. Infants were treated non-operatively primarily. Two infants underwent early surgery: one infant, born with a ruptured sac, had a surgical silo constructed on day 1 and closure on day 8, while a second infant had partial closure (skin only) on day 11. Ten infants had application of silver sulphadiazine to the sac 2-3 times per week. Enteral feeds were established soon after birth. They were discharged from hospital to allow granulation. Ventral hernia closure was performed on a subsequent admission. CONCLUSIONS Exomphalos major can be successfully treated non-operatively, allowing immediate enteral feeding and early discharge while granulation takes place. In this series, exomphalos major has an incidence of 1 in 26,000, mortality is 46% and severe pulmonary hypoplasia is present in 54% of infants.
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- P Charlesworth
- The Royal Alexandra Hospital for Sick Children, Brighton, UK.
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Vossoughi F, Reddy PP, Camps J. Acellular dermal tissue matrix in neonates. J S C Med Assoc 2008; 104:96-97. [PMID: 18557323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Sadik KW, Bonatti H, Schmitt T. Injection of fibrin glue for temporary treatment of an ascites leak from a ruptured umbilical hernia in a patient with liver cirrhosis. Surgery 2008; 143:574. [PMID: 18374059 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2007.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2007] [Accepted: 12/07/2007] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Cloacal exstrophy is a complex congenital anomaly that affects both the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems. It is characterized by an omphalocele, an exstrophied bladder, abnormal genitalia, and imperforate anus. Prior to 1960, there were no reported cases of survival, but because of advancements in neonatology, surgery, and anesthesiology, the survival rate has improved drastically. This case presentation of an infant born with cloacal exstrophy includes discussion of etiology, diagnosis, treatment, ethical issues, and nursing care.
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MESH Headings
- Abnormalities, Multiple/diagnosis
- Abnormalities, Multiple/etiology
- Abnormalities, Multiple/therapy
- Anus, Imperforate/diagnosis
- Anus, Imperforate/etiology
- Anus, Imperforate/therapy
- Bladder Exstrophy/diagnosis
- Bladder Exstrophy/etiology
- Bladder Exstrophy/therapy
- Cloaca/abnormalities
- Cloaca/embryology
- Clubfoot/diagnosis
- Clubfoot/etiology
- Clubfoot/therapy
- Hernia, Umbilical/diagnosis
- Hernia, Umbilical/etiology
- Hernia, Umbilical/therapy
- Humans
- Infant, Newborn
- Information Services
- Intensive Care, Neonatal
- Internet
- Male
- Meningomyelocele/diagnosis
- Meningomyelocele/etiology
- Meningomyelocele/therapy
- Neonatal Nursing
- Nurse's Role
- Parents/education
- Parents/psychology
- Penis/abnormalities
- Perioperative Care
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- Quality of Life
- Rare Diseases
- Social Support
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A ventilator-dependent child had been in the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) ever since birth. As a result, she had fallen behind considerably in her development. After 18 months, continuous positive airway pressure was successfully administered via a tracheostomy tube with a novel lightweight device. This enabled her to walk in the PICU. With this device, the child was discharged home where she could walk with an action range of 10 m. Subsequently, her psychomotor development improved remarkably. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first case report of a patient, adult or paediatric, who could actually walk with a sufficient radius of action while receiving long-term respiratory support.
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- W Dieperink
- Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Department of Pediatrics, University Medical Center Groningen, P.O. Box 30.001, 9700 RB Groningen, The Netherlands
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Suliman MT. Healing of large midline wounds in infants: unlike in adults, does conservative approach give better results? Two case reports and review of the literature. Int Wound J 2006; 3:248-50. [PMID: 16984581 PMCID: PMC7951677 DOI: 10.1111/j.1742-481x.2006.00239.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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The case of two infants with large midline wounds, one with an omphalocele and the other with a lumbosacral wound secondary to ruptured meningocele, is reported wherein the advantages of leaving such wounds in infants to heal spontaneously over surgical intervention are shown. In this report, the cases are discussed and the literature is reviewed. It is concluded that the midline wounds in infants yield better results if left to heal spontaneously.
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- M Taifour Suliman
- Department of Surgery, Plastic Surgery Unit, King Khalid Civil Hospital, Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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An omphalocele, a ventral defect of the umbilical ring resulting in herniation of the abdominal viscera, is one of the most common congenital abdominal wall defects seen in the newborn. Omphaloceles occur in 1 in 3000 to 10,000 live births. Associated malformations such as chromosomal, cardiac, or genitourinary abnormalities are common. Postnatal management includes protection of the herniated viscera, maintenance of fluids and electrolytes, prevention of hypothermia, gastric decompression, prevention of sepsis, and maintenance of cardiorespiratory stability. A primary or staged closure approach may be used to repair the defect. Some giant omphaloceles require a skin flap or nonoperative management approach, hoxvever. Immediate postoperative complications, usually related to significant changes in intra-abdominal pressures, include compromise of interior venous blood return and hemodynamic and respiratory instability due to diaphragmaric elevation. Complications occur more frequently with giant defects. Potential short-term complications include necrotizing enterocolitis, prolonged ileus, and respiratory distress. Long-term complications include parenteral nutrition dependence, gastroesophageal reflux, parenteral nutrition-related liver disease, feeding intolerance, and neurodevelopmental delay. Overall, advances in surgical therapies and nursing care have improved outcomes for infants with omphaloceles; survival rates for those with isolated omphaloceles are reported at 75 to 95 percent. Infants with associated anomalies and giant omphaloceles have the poorest outcomes.
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- Carol McNair
- Level III NICU, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Tran DA, Truong QD, Nguyen MT. Topical application of povidone-iodine solution (Betadine) in the management of giant omphaloceles. Dermatology 2006; 212 Suppl 1:88-90. [PMID: 16490981 DOI: 10.1159/000089205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Giant omphaloceles, especially if they contain liver tissue, remain the greatest challenge to pediatric surgeons for the coverage of the huge defect. Various reconstructive techniques have been described in the literature, each with advantages and disadvantages. Standard treatment has been placement of a Silastic silo to allow gradual return of abdominal organs to the abdomen with its limited space. The worst complication of silo placement is infection of the fascia with disruption of the suture line. When fascial infection occurs, closure of the abdominal wall is very difficult or impossible. In this report, the authors describe their experience in treating 5 patients with giant omphaloceles, between 1999 and 2003, utilizing an abs orbable synthetic mesh (polyglactin 910-Vicryl) for abdominal closure and topical application of povidone-iodine 10/100 solution (Betadine) to prevent infection. All patients had perfect results with the simple postoperative care, early oral feeding and were discharged after 2 months of hospitalization with complete skin coverage.
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- Dong A Tran
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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INTRODUCTION Closure of giant omphalocele can present a surgical challenge. Neither silo, skin flap, nor primary closure has been successful in treating all patients. We present a novel application of the vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) device, which allows for improved results in these difficult cases. METHODS The VAC device (KCI, San Antonio, Tex) consisted of a sponge applied directly to the bowel and liver, covered with impermeable transparent dressing, and attached to a low negative pressure system. The sponge was changed every 3 to 5 days under local sedation. PATIENTS All 3 patients had giant omphaloceles. The first infant, a 34 week gestational age (WGA) male, was initially treated with silo reduction, which disrupted after 21 days. The large mass of bowel and liver made primary closure impossible. The VAC was applied for 45 days. The viscera was easily reduced and subsequently covered with acellular dermal matrix (AlloDerm). The VAC was reapplied, and the small remaining defect was skin-grafted. The second male infant was a 34 WGA male infant who became septic after failure of prosthetic mesh closure. The VAC was applied for 22 days after removal of the mesh. The infection resolved, and the defect size was reduced, allowing for skin flap closure. Mesh infection and development of an enterocutaneous fistula in the last patient, a 37 WGA female child, were treated by mesh removal and application of the VAC for 36 days. The VAC allowed for control of the fistula output and development of a healthy granulation bed. RESULTS Vacuum-assisted closure was associated with (1) rapid shrinkage and reduction of the viscera (22-45 days); (2) cleansing of the wound; (3) excellent granulation; (4) maintenance of a sterile environment; and (5) ease of use, with changes possible at the bedside. CONCLUSION The VAC device should be considered a safe and effective alternative in treating complicated cases of giant omphalocele until a more definitive closure method can be used.
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- Kandice E Kilbride
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Texas A and M Health Science Center, Temple, TX 76508, USA
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PURPOSE The management of giant omphalocele presents a major challenge to pediatric surgeons. Current treatment modalities often result in wound infection, fascial separation, and abdominal domain loss. Human acellular dermis (AlloDerm), as a primary abdominal fascial substitute, may prevent these complications. We present our experience with its application in neonates with giant omphalocele. METHODS Charts of patients with giant omphalocele from January 2003 to September 2004 were reviewed and data collected regarding wound healing, rate of infection, ventilatory support, and outcome. RESULTS Three neonates underwent abdominal wall closure with AlloDerm (gestational ages: 38, 37, and 28 weeks; birthweights 2880, 2640, and 1160 g, respectively). All had cardiac anomalies; 1 required cardiac surgery and 1 was ventilator-dependent, secondary to pulmonary hypoplasia. Omphalocele repair was performed on day-of-life 9, 2, and 87. No fascial dehiscence or infection was encountered. Neovascularization was noted by day 7. Two died of cardiopulmonary disease (6 months and 1 year). The third exhibited normal growth and development without complication. CONCLUSIONS AlloDerm provides visceral coverage without compromising cardiopulmonary function, diminishing abdominal domain, or requiring multiple operations, allowing prompt treatment of associated anomalies. AlloDerm represents an exciting alternative in the treatment of giant omphalocele. Further study is required to determine long-term benefits.
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- Stephanie A Kapfer
- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis Children's Hospital, St. Louis, MO 63110,USA
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OBJECTIVE To review published peer-reviewed literature regarding abdominal wall defects including gastroschisis and omphalocele. METHODS Review of published peer-reviewed literature using Med Line 1985-2003 and textbooks. RESULTS Gastroschisis and omphalocele literature is reviewed using pathology, incidence and epidemiology, prenatal evaluation, pregnancy and delivery management, postnatal outcome and fetal therapy. CONCLUSION Gastroschisis and omphalocele are common abdominal wall defects and have significant morbidity and mortality.
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- R Douglas Wilson
- Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399, USA.
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- Scott C Sherman
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Illinois 60612, USA
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Rygl M, Kalousová J, Pýcha K, Stýblová J, Snajdauf J. [Current results in treatment of omphalocele and gastroschisis]. Ceska Gynekol 2004; 69:55-9. [PMID: 15112389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to evaluate current possibilities of treatment of newborns with abdominal wall defects: omphalocele and gastroschisis. SETTING Department of Pediatric Surgery, 2nd Medical Faculty Charles University and Faculty Hospital Motol, Prague. METHODS A retrospective cohort study of the treatment results in newborns with defect of abdominal wall. RESULTS Thirty eight newborns with omphalocele and gastroschisis were treated at the authors department in the period of 1995-2002. Primary closure of defect was possible in 23 newborns (60%), Goretex patch or "silo" technique was used in 13 patients (34%), while two newborns (6%) were not operated on. The overall survival in children with omphalocele was 73%, being 89% in children without chromosomal anomalies. Six infants died: three with trisomy 13, one with trisomy 18, one infant died of sepsis and one had primary pulmonary hypertension and congenital heart defect. The survival in children with gastroschisis was 94%, one child died of multiorgan failure during sepsis. CONCLUSION Nowadays prenatal diagnosis of gastroschisis or omphalocele is a recommendation for complex examination and consultation in a specialized center. The prognosis for most isolated defects of abdominal wall is good as far as survival and quality of life are concerned.
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- M Rygl
- Klinika dĕtské chirurgie 2. LF UK a FN Motol, Praha
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Kouamé BD, Dick RK, Ouattara O, Traoré A, Gouli JC, Dieth AG, da Silva A, Roux C. [Therapeutic approaches for omphalocele in developing countries: experience of Central University Hospital of Yopougon, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire]. Bull Soc Pathol Exot 2003; 96:302-5. [PMID: 14717047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/28/2023]
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A retrospective study about 80 cases of exomphalos treated in the digestive unit of the paediatric surgery department in Abidjan teaching hospital--Côte d'Ivoire had been performed to analyse the result of this malformation treatment during 8 years. Prenatal diagnosis was made in two cases on six antenatal ultrasounds. Prematurity involved 7% of newborn and their birth weight ranged from 2500 to 4000 grams in 70% of cases. Treatment began in 64% at birth, conservative treatment with merbromine tannage was systematic on the non disrupted exomphalos. Surgery was indicated in the disrupted exomphalos and in the complicated cases of conservative treatment. Intestinal occlusion was the main fatal complication observed in both treatments but most of the time it occurred with surgical closure. Total lethality reached 30%, influenced by exomphalos super infection and by neonatal resuscitation insufficient means. Authors think exomphalos lethality reduction implies antenatal ultrasonographic for early diagnosis which could indicate a possible caesarian section in case of the voluminous exomphalos in order to prevent disruption and neonatal resuscitation operation.
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- B D Kouamé
- Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire de Yopougon, Service de chirurgie pédiatrique viscérale et orthopédique, 21 BP 632 Abidjan 21, Côte d'Ivoire.
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Podymow T, Sabbagh C, Turnbull J. Spontaneous paracentesis through an umbilical hernia. CMAJ 2003; 168:741. [PMID: 12642434 PMCID: PMC154926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023] Open
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- Tiina Podymow
- Inner City Health Project, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa
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Introduction Umbilical hernia is a common condition in the pediatric population. Embryology Umbilical hernia is a consequence of incomplete closure or weakness at the umbilical ring, where protrusion of intraabdominal contents may occur. Anatomy Fascia posterior to the canal is thinner creating an area of weakness. Congenital or direct hernia occurs in this area, while herniation in the umbilical canal leads to indirect or acquired hernia. Incidence The incidence of umbilical hernia is 1.9% to l8.5% in white population. Clinical manifestations The great majority of pediatric umbilical hernias are asymptomatic. Incarceration and strangulation are uncommon Rupture of umbilical hernia with resultant evisceration is extremely rare Umbilical hernia may also be the source of intermittent umbilical or abdominal pain. Treatment Treatment options for umbilical hernias range from simple observation to surgical repair. The great majority close spontaneously and observation with periodic follow-up is appropriate in most cases. There are no available data to suggest that strapping improves or accelerates closure. Operation would be recommended for defects greater than 1cm, by the age 3 to 4. Persistence or enlargement of fascial defect during the period of observation are reasons to consider repair, whatever the age. Complications Complications of operative repair of umbilical hernias include those related to anesthesia and local wound infections. Conclusion Umbilical hernia is a common condition among infants and children. In the great majority of cases the natural history is one of eventual closure without treatment. If spontaneous closure does not occur until the age of 3-4 years, operative correction is recommended.
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- Smiljana Marinković
- Mediciniski fakultet, Institut za zdravstvenu zastitu dece i omladine Klinika za decju hirurgiju, Novi Sad.
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Wenhua W, Jianzhong T, Yuhong Q, Enli W, Qifa L. Treatment of high imperforate anus with large omphalocele in a baby boy. J Pediatr Surg 2002; 37:1368-9. [PMID: 12194138 DOI: 10.1053/jpsu.2002.35023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Synchronous treatment of high imperforate anus with large omphalocele is a challenge for pediatric surgeon. A case of this unusual condition in a male neonate is presented. The high imperforate anus was repaired by primary one-stage posterior sagittal anorectoplasty, and the omphalocele was treated nonoperatively. Recovery was uneventful.
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- Wu Wenhua
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Shenzhen Woman and Children's Hospital, People's Republic of China
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Survival for newborns with congenital abdominal wall defects (primarily omphalocele and gastroschisis) has improved, but controversy remains regarding etiology, anatomy and embryology, the role of prenatal diagnosis and mode of delivery, and initial management. A number of recent studies have added to our knowledge and understanding of several of these topics, while several others have raised questions regarding traditional initial management of these infants. Continued improvement in the survival of these infants can be anticipated with further understanding of the in utero and antepartum diagnosis and management of infants with these common congenital abnormalities.
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- Thomas R Weber
- Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, and Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri 63104, USA.
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How HY, Harris BJ, Pietrantoni M, Evans JC, Dutton S, Khoury J, Siddiqi TA. Is vaginal delivery preferable to elective cesarean delivery in fetuses with a known ventral wall defect? Am J Obstet Gynecol 2000; 182:1527-34. [PMID: 10871475 DOI: 10.1067/mob.2000.106852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to test the hypothesis that vaginal delivery compared with elective cesarean delivery results in improved neonatal outcome in fetuses with a known isolated ventral wall defect. STUDY DESIGN We performed a retrospective chart review. RESULTS Between 1989 and 1999, we identified 102 infants with a confirmed antenatal diagnosis of an isolated ventral wall defect with either the diagnosis of an omphalocele or gastroschisis. Sixty-six infants were delivered by cesarean and 36 were delivered vaginally. There were no significant demographic differences between the study groups or between the two sites except that one center (Cincinnati) usually delivered these fetuses by cesarean whereas the other (Louisville) usually delivered such fetuses vaginally. Overall, there were a greater number of infants with gastroschisis than omphalocele (gastroschisis, n = 71; omphalocele, n = 31). After we controlled for primary versus staged closure of ventral wall defect and gestational age at delivery; the medians and interquartile ranges for cesarean and vaginal delivery were 39 (25, 63) days versus 42 (26, 75) days, respectively (P =.32), for neonatal length of stay and 13 (9, 18) days versus 13 (9, 26) days, respectively (P =.16), for days to enteral feeding. After we controlled for the size of the defect and the amount of bowel resected, the odds of primary closure given a vaginal delivery was about half that given a cesarean delivery (odds ratio, 0.56; 95% confidence interval, 0.18-1. 69), but this was not statistically significant. There was no statistically significant difference in the rates of neonatal death (2 [3%] vs 2 [6%]; P =.61) and neonatal sepsis (2 [3%] vs 4 [11%]; P =.18) for cesarean versus vaginal delivery. Maternal length of stay after delivery was found to be 1 day less after vaginal delivery [vaginal, 2 (2, 2) days; cesarean, 3 (2, 3) days; P =.0001]. There were 5 instances of maternal complications, and all 5 pregnancies were delivered by cesarean (P =.16). CONCLUSION Fetuses with an antenatal diagnosis of an isolated ventral wall defect may safely be delivered vaginally, and cesarean delivery should be performed for obstetric indications only.
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- H Y How
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Cincinnati, OH, USA
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE The management of exomphalos in the authors' department over a 26-year period is reported together with a technique for delayed closure of the ventral hernia resulting from conservative treatment of exomphalos major. METHODS Patients were classified into exomphalos minor and major. Exomphalos minor was treated by early surgical closure. Exomphalos major was treated preferentially conservatively with delayed repair of the ventral hernia. RESULTS There were 104 patients (68 boys and 36 girls; exomphalos minor, 45; exomphalos major, 59). Forty-two patients with exomphalos minor underwent operation. Three patients died before surgery, and 9 others postoperatively of overwhelming sepsis. Fifteen babies with exomphalos major needed early operation (skin closure only in 3 and prolene mesh repair in 12), there were 2 preoperative and 4 postoperative deaths. Forty-two patients were treated conservatively, among these, 8 died of sepsis. Thirty-four children had closure of the ventral hernia (prolene mesh, 7 and native tissue, 27); there was no morbidity. Two children died after laparotomy for adhesive intestinal obstruction. CONCLUSION Mortality rate was related to sepsis, complications of delayed presentation, and severe congenital anomalies. There were no ill effects attributable to mercury or iodine absorption. Delayed ventral hernia repair by double breasting of the fibrous tissue sheet underlying the skin was found to be a reliable technique with low morbidity.
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- A Wakhlu
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, King George's Medical College, Lucknow, India
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The aims of this study were to compare the morbidity of infants with gastroschisis (GS) with that of infants with exomphalos (EX) without lethal abnormalities and to identify factors predictive of adverse outcome: a requirement for parenteral nutrition (PN) for over 1 month and hospital admission for over 2 months. The medical records of 45 infants with anterior wall defects (32 with GS) diagnosed antenatally who consecutively received intensive care in one institution from 1993 were reviewed. Both the GS and EX infants had a median gestational age of 37 weeks, but the former were lighter at birth (P < 0.01). Fourteen infants (all with GS) were able to start feeds only after 2 weeks; 10 (8 with GS) developed liver dysfunction; and 5 (all with GS) died. The GS compared to the EX infants required a longer period of PN (median 20 vs 10 days, P < 0.01) and longer hospital admission (median 40 vs 25 days, P < 0.01). In the GS group the time to start feeding related independently to prolonged hospital stay, and the existence of structural bowel abnormalities (SBA) related independently to both measures of adverse outcome, with a positive predictive value of 100%. We conclude that infants with GS, particularly those with SBA, suffer greater morbidity than infants with EX without lethal abnormalities.
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- G Dimitriou
- Children Nationwide Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Centre, King's College Hospital, London, UK
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OBJECTIVE To determine the influence of antenatal ultrasound on the management of exomphalos. METHODS Retrospective case note review of 23 fetuses and infants referred to our institution with either a pre- or postnatal diagnosis of exomphalos over a 7-year period. RESULTS There were 21 cases of exomphalos of which 18 were correctly diagnosed on antenatal ultrasound by 18 weeks' gestation. There were 2 false-positives and 3 false-negatives, including 1 case of amniotic band syndrome with an abdominal wall defect and 1 morphologically normal fetus. Associated anomalies were correctly identified in 12 but incorrectly reported in 8. Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein levels were abnormal in 61% of cases of abdominal wall defects in this series. Amniocentesis was performed in 12 and cordocentesis in 1. There were 13 terminations, including 2 trisomy 18s and 1 trisomy 13. Two fetal deaths followed amniocentesis. Of the 10 live births, 9 had their exomphalos repaired with a 1-year survival rate of 89%. Prenatal diagnosis did not appear to influence outcome. CONCLUSIONS Antenatal ultrasound diagnosed 86% of cases of exomphalos and correctly reported 67% of associated anomalies. Amniocentesis may have led to the death of 1 morphologically normal fetus.
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- A J Holland
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Division of Surgery, Division of Medical Imaging, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, S.A., Australia
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Borah HK. Epigastric heteropagus. Indian Pediatr 1999; 36:327. [PMID: 10713859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2023]
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- H K Borah
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gauhati Medical College, Guwahati, India
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OBJECTIVE To determine an optimal route of delivery for fetuses with prenatally diagnosed omphalocele. DATA SOURCE MEDLINE search of years 1966-1996. RESULTS Descriptive retrospective analyses do not support the idea that cesarean delivery of fetuses with omphalocele is associated with an improved survival rate. However, most of those studies do not control for confounding variables like type and severity of associated anomalies, omphalocele size, prematurity rate, presence of trial of vaginal delivery, rate of intrapartum sac rupture, tertiary treatment centers accessibility, time and type of surgical correction, and postoperative morbidity. There is no evidence that vaginal delivery is safer than cesarean for fetuses with isolated small omphalocele. Fetuses with giant (>5 cm) omphalocele should be delivered by cesarean section. Vaginal delivery at term is offered for fetuses with coexisting life-threatening anomalies. CONCLUSIONS We propose that until randomized trial of vaginal and cesarean delivery for fetal omphalocele is available, the preferred mode of delivery would be the vaginal route as that is safer for the mother.
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- S Lurie
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel
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Exomphalos affects approximately 3 in 10,000 births and can arise from a number of developmental insults. The clinical outcome is dependent upon the associated structural and chromosomal anomalies and the gestation at delivery. Accurate antenatal ultrasound diagnosis and karyotyping are important and allow informed prenatal and postnatal management decisions to be made. Prenatal care and counselling should be multidisciplinary and information should ideally be given to parents regarding prognosis and outcome based on prospectively collected population-based data.
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- M D Kilby
- Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Birmingham, U.K.
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Brown MF, Wright L. Delayed external compression reduction of an omphalocele (DECRO): an alternative method of treatment for moderate and large omphaloceles. J Pediatr Surg 1998; 33:1113-5; discussion 1115-6. [PMID: 9694105 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3468(98)90542-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Standard treatment of large hepatoomphaloceles has been SILASTIC (Dow Corning, Midland, MI) silo placement followed by closure. This requires two operations, and complications from the silo may occur. The authors have looked for a safe and simpler alternate method of closure. Delayed external compression reduction of an omphalocele (DECRO), appears to have a low complication rate and a rapid time to closure. METHODS The authors reviewed retrospectively the records of six patients with hepato-omphaloceles treated with DECRO from August 1993 to July 1997. All defects were evaluated by the attending surgeon and could not be closed primarily. All data are expressed as mean +/- SEM. RESULTS The average gestational age was 36.5 +/- 0.67 weeks with mean weight of 2,780 +/- 256 g. Two patients had congenital cardiac disease. The mean size of the defects was 6.2 x 5.7 cm. All defects had the liver out of the abdomen. No patients required silo placement. The mean time to reduction and final closure was 5.6 +/- 0.49 days. The average postoperative time on the ventilator was 7.1 +/- 3.5 days. Mean time to full feeds was 18.8 +/- 3.4 days. One patient had superficial necrosis of the skin flap. Mean time to discharge was 30.5 +/- 5.5 days. All patients had DECRO completed without complications. CONCLUSIONS This procedure decreases the number of operations needed from two to one. No complications were seen from the procedure and the time of mechanical ventilation required was low. The abdominal compartment syndrome developed in none of the patients. DECRO is a safe and very effective alternative to SILASTIC silo placement in moderate and large omphaloceles that cannot be closed primarily.
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- M F Brown
- The Division of Pediatric Surgery, Louisiana State University Medical Center-Shreveport, 71130-3932, USA
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Stoppa R. [Other abdominal wall hernias]. Rev Prat 1997; 47:282-7. [PMID: 9122603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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This paper is compound of diverse hernias of the antero-lateral and pelvic abdominal walls. Their unequal frequency is reflected by the unequal length of the related paragraphs. Their diverse anatomical sites are unified by the presence of a weak area defined by the absence of voluntary striated muscular fibers (those which are able to resist the intra-abdominal pressure waves). Their diagnosis, often difficult, ought to be better known and done prior to often deadly strangulation. Their treatment, at times discussed, can benefit from some progresses, like the use of prosthetic materials and, perhaps, calioscopic procedures; only an operation in due time can avoid the threatening strangulation of bowel.
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- R Stoppa
- Clinique chirurgicale du CHU hôpital Nord, Amiens
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We report two phenotypically similar patients with primary cutis laxa associated with deficiency of lysyl oxidase, an extracellular copper enzyme the gene for which is located on chromosome 5. Previous reports of this condition have had characteristic occipital projections, abnormality of copper metabolism and X-linked inheritance. The two reported patients have no occipital projections, normal copper metabolism, Wormian bones, and a pattern of inheritance consistent with the autosomal recessive inheritance of the lysyl oxidase gene.
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- A Khakoo
- Department of Paediatrics, Northwick Park Hospital, Middlesex, UK
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The management of giant omphalocele remains a major surgical challenge. A staged approach is mandatory to achieve an uncomplicated reduction. The case of a child conservatively and successfully treated by progressive external compression of the herniated organs and viscera using an elastic bandaging is described here. The complete integration of the omphalocele content and the closure of the abdominal wall were obtained in 9 days. No ventilatory support was required. The procedure is easy, safe, effective and inexpensive. Large base and intact amniotic sac are prerequisites for feasibility.
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- G Belloli
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, San Bortolo Regional Hospital, Vicenza, Italy
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The authors describe a noninvasive technique for the management of giant omphaloceles. Two patients with giant omphaloceles were managed with external compression. Dry sterile dressings were used, buttressed by an Ace bandage in the first case and by a handcrafted Velcro abdominal binder in the second. The binder was tightened every 2 or 3 days. Renal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal parameters were measured regularly to determine whether the binder was too tight. The first patient had only occasional emesis, and the defect was repaired after 40 days of compression. The second patient experienced intermittent hypertension, occasional emesis, and mild oxygen desaturation, which resolved when the binder was loosened slightly. The fascia muscle and skin were closed after 30 days of external compression. Both patients are currently living at home and doing well. This form of external compression is an effective, inexpensive, and low-risk method for the gradual reduction of giant omphaloceles, and should be considered for patients born with this problem.
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- F G DeLuca
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Brown University School of Medicine, Hasbro Children's Hospital, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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Chevrel JP. [Inguinal, crural, umbilical hernias. Physiopathology, diagnosis, complications, treatment]. Rev Prat 1996; 46:1015-23. [PMID: 8762240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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- Adult
- Aged
- Child
- Female
- Hernia, Femoral/complications
- Hernia, Femoral/diagnosis
- Hernia, Femoral/therapy
- Hernia, Inguinal/complications
- Hernia, Inguinal/diagnosis
- Hernia, Inguinal/physiopathology
- Hernia, Inguinal/therapy
- Hernia, Umbilical/diagnosis
- Hernia, Umbilical/physiopathology
- Hernia, Umbilical/therapy
- Humans
- Infant, Newborn
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- J P Chevrel
- Bâtiment Dominique Larrey, hôpital Avicenne, Bobigny
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One hundred and twenty abdominal wall defects were notified to the Northern Region Fetal Abnormality Survey in the five years 1988 to 1992. Gastroschisis occurred in 56, exomphalos in 43, amnion rupture in 11, ectopia vesicae in seven and ectopia cordis in three. Ultrasound failed to identify gastroschisis in 14 and incorrectly diagnosed exomphalos in eight. There was no associated chromosome abnormality and the survival rate, excluding first trimester loss, was 87%. Ultrasound failed to identify exomphalos in ten and incorrectly diagnosed gastroschisis in two. Another structural abnormality was present in 40% and a chromosome anomaly in 28%. Excluding spontaneous first trimester loss, the survival rate was 34%. Delivery of babies away from the regional paediatric surgical centre did not adversely affect the outcome in gastroschisis or exomphalos although closure was delayed, on average, by 2 h. There was one survivor of 11 fetuses with amnion rupture sequence. Six of the seven babies with ectopia vesicae and two of the three with ectopia cordis survived.
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- E Dillon
- North Tees Hospital, Stockton on Tees, UK
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Horwitz JR, Lally KP. A 40-week-gestational-age, 2.5-kg girl with a prenatally diagnosed giant omphalocele was delivered by elective cesarean section. J Pediatr Surg 1994; 29:1636-7. [PMID: 7877061 DOI: 10.1016/0022-3468(94)90252-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Even in the absence of major associated anomalies, treatment of giant omphaloceles is difficult primarily because of the disproportion between the large volume of the omphalocele and the small volume of the intraabdominal cavity. The case of a child is presented in whom conservative treatment had to be abandoned. Reduction of the omphalocele contents and closure of the defect was successfully accomplished after a 19-day period of enlargement of the abdominal cavity by means of an intra-abdominally placed tissue expander.
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- N M Bax
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Children's Hospital Het Wilhelmina Kinderziekenhuis, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Gouillat C. [Inguinal, crural and umbilical hernia. Physiopathology, diagnosis, complications, treatment]. Rev Prat 1993; 43:1008-12. [PMID: 8341965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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- Adult
- Child, Preschool
- Hernia, Femoral/complications
- Hernia, Femoral/diagnosis
- Hernia, Femoral/physiopathology
- Hernia, Femoral/surgery
- Hernia, Inguinal/complications
- Hernia, Inguinal/diagnosis
- Hernia, Inguinal/physiopathology
- Hernia, Inguinal/surgery
- Hernia, Umbilical/complications
- Hernia, Umbilical/diagnosis
- Hernia, Umbilical/therapy
- Humans
- Infant
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- C Gouillat
- Département de chirurgie, Hôtel-Dieu, Lyon
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[Treatment of umbilical hernias]. Kinderkrankenschwester 1993; 12:16-7. [PMID: 8431379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Bennett HJ. Pediatric journal club: unlikely abstracts of the pediatric literature. South Med J 1992; 85:35-6. [PMID: 1734533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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- H J Bennett
- Department of Health Care Sciences, George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC
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Adam AS, Corbally MT, Fitzgerald RJ. Evaluation of conservative therapy for exomphalos. Surg Gynecol Obstet 1991; 172:394-6. [PMID: 1709307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Two management patterns were identified in 36 patients with exomphalos--primary surgical closure and initial topical therapy with delayed surgical closure. Primary surgical closure of minor exomphalos was well tolerated in 15 patients, but was associated with a high local and systemic morbidity rate in 14 patients with major defects. In contrast, initial topical therapy with silver sulphadiazine and delayed closure in seven matched patients with a major defect were well tolerated and did not prolong duration of hospitalization. Enteral feeding was more readily established and subsequent fascial closure facilitated in the conservatively treated group. It was suggested that this method should be more often considered in the management of all instances of major exomphalos.
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- A S Adam
- Children's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Lewis DF, Towers CV, Garite TJ, Jackson DN, Nageotte MP, Major CA. Fetal gastroschisis and omphalocele: is cesarean section the best mode of delivery? Am J Obstet Gynecol 1990; 163:773-5. [PMID: 2144949 DOI: 10.1016/0002-9378(90)91066-l] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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There has always been controversy regarding the mode of delivery of fetuses with abdominal wall defects. Prior studies may have been biased in this evaluation as a result of the effects of delay in repair, transport of the fetus to level III facilities, and antenatal diagnosis compared with an unsuspected diagnosis. The purpose of this study was to evaluate mode of delivery at level III institutions with access to complete care to determine if cesarean section improved outcome. One hundred eight infants were treated in the study period for abdominal wall defects. Fifty-six infants met all criteria for admission to the study. No difference in neonatal morbidity or mortality was identified. No difference was found in infants who were born by elective cesarean section compared with infants delivered after labor ensued. In conclusion, we found no evidence that cesarean section or avoidance of labor improved outcome in fetuses with uncomplicated abdominal wall defects.
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- D F Lewis
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California, Irvine, Orange 92668
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