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Respiratory disorders in patients with omphalocele.

Authors :
Duggan E
Puligandla PS
Source :
Seminars in pediatric surgery [Semin Pediatr Surg] 2019 Apr; Vol. 28 (2), pp. 115-117. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Apr 10.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

The respiratory difficulties experienced by infants with omphalocele are being appreciated with greater frequency. These problems represent self-limited difficulties related to omphalocele closure or are the result of severe pulmonary disease including pulmonary hypoplasia and pulmonary hypertension. Infants with giant omphalocele represent a unique group that may experience increased respiratory morbidity which may lead to chronic respiratory problems extending into childhood and adolescence. Importantly, respiratory insufficiency at birth is an independent predictor of mortality for patients with omphalocele. In this review, we will provide a summary of the respiratory difficulties experienced by patients with omphalocele as well as insight into management and surveillance.<br /> (Copyright © 2019 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1532-9453
Volume :
28
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Seminars in pediatric surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31072459
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2019.04.008