by admin | Feb 19, 2021 | Intestinal Defects
Omphalocele (Abdominal Wall Defect) An omphalocele is an abdominal wall defect that is characterized by the baby’s intestines or other abdominal organs sticking out of the belly button. These organs are incorrectly situated outside of the body and are covered by a... by admin | Feb 19, 2021 | Intestinal Defects
Gastroschisis is a congenital (present at birth) defect that occurs when a baby’s intestines stick out of the body through a defect on one side of the umbilical cord. The defect is located where the umbilical cord meets the baby’s body and is almost always to the...
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