National Survey of Gastroschisis and Omphalocele by Korean Association of Pediatric Surgeons
- Author:
Yeon Jun JEONG
;
Dayoung KO
;
Eun-Jung KOO
;
Hyunhee KWON
;
Dae Yeon KIM
;
Soo-Hong KIM
;
Wontae KIM
;
Hae-Young KIM
;
Hyun Young KIM
;
Seong Chul KIM
;
Younghyun NA
;
Jung-Man NAMGOONG
;
So Hyun NAM
;
Sungjoo PARK
;
Junbeom PARK
;
Jinyoung PARK
;
Tae-Jun PARK
;
Jeong-Meen SEO
;
Ji-Young SUL
;
Joonhyuk SON
;
Hyun Beak SHIN
;
Joohyun SIM
;
Jung-Tak OH
;
Chaeyoun OH
;
Joong Kee YOUN
;
Sanghoon LEE
;
Ju Yeon LEE
;
Cheolgu LEE
;
Kyong IHN
;
Eunyoung JUNG
;
Jae Hee CHUNG
;
Yong-Hoon CHO
;
Yun Mee CHOE
;
Soo Jin Na CHOI
;
Seok Joo HAN
;
In Geol HO
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From: Advances in Pediatric Surgery 2024;30(2):39-51
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Purpose:This study provides insights into the prevalence at birth, clinical characteristics, and outcomes of gastroschisis and omphalocele in Korea over the past decade, addressing the lack of localized data despite advanced healthcare capabilities.
Methods:The study retrospectively analyzed data from 20 pediatric surgical centers in Korea from January 2012 to December 2021, including 269 patients diagnosed with gastroschisis or omphalocele. Data variables included gender, gestational age, birth weight, associated anomalies, type of defect, surgical interventions, and outcomes.
Results:The study covered 269 patients, with 80 gastroschisis and 189 omphalocele cases. Gastroschisis prevalence at birth remained stable at 2.15 per 100,000 live births, while omphalocele increased to 5.08 per 100,000. Both conditions had similar gender ratios (0.95). Gastroschisis patients had lower birth weights (2,463.90±505.50 g) and smaller head circumferences (31.97±1.86 cm) compared to omphalocele patients (2,757.65±761.24 g, 32.78±2.64 cm). Omphalocele cases had more associated anomalies, especially cardiovascular issues. Prenatal diagnosis rates were high: 93.7% for gastroschisis and 86.4% for omphalocele. About 96.3% of gastroschisis and 84.1% of omphalocele patients were born in their treatment hospitals. Gastroschisis patients underwent surgery sooner (average 3.5 days) and started feeding later (16.5 days) than omphalocele patients (average 56.5 days to surgery, 6.6 days to start feeding). Hospital stays and follow-up durations were similar, averaging around 782.6 days for gastroschisis and 800.3 days for omphalocele patients. Survival rates were 89.7% for gastroschisis and 87.1% for omphalocele.
Conclusion:The study highlights the need for early diagnosis, centralized care, and specialized surgical approaches to optimize outcomes for gastroschisis and omphalocele patients in Korea. Enhanced prenatal screening and surgical protocols are recommended to improve these patients' prognosis.