A case report of gastroschisis: Prenatal diagnosis in primary care settings matters
https://doi.org/10.51866/cr.278
- Author:
Mohd Zamir Md Nor
1
;
Abdul Hadi Said
1
;
Mohd Daud Che Yusof
2
Author Information
1. Department of Family Medicine International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM), Kuantan, Pahang Malaysia.
2. Klinik Kesihatan Beserah, Kuantan Pahang, Malaysia.
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Gastroschisis;
Prenatal diagnosis;
Congenital anomalies;
Primary care
- From:Malaysian Family Physician
2023;18():1-4
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Gastroschisis may lead to serious congenital disability, as prolonged exposure to the amniotic fluid could compromise the mesenteric blood flow and irritate the foetal intestinal wall. The consequences of gastroschisis include spontaneous preterm birth, growth restriction and foetal demise. Awareness of this disease is essential, as a high mortality rate is linked to inadequate initial therapy. Early detection of the disease, mainly by primary care physicians as the initial point of contact, is crucial to improve the course of the condition through early monitoring and referral to tertiary care centres. With this case report, we hope to highlight the need of detecting gastroschisis before to the third trimester of pregnancy for better readiness, especially in primary care settings located far from tertiary centres.
- Full text:20260824155308880279.2023my0223.pdf
