Comparing the Outcomes of a Modified Technique Using a Spatulated Umbilical Cord Patch for a Scarless Primary Repair of Gastroschisis With Other Techniques for Primary Closure, a Multicenter Experience

Abstract

Background: The goal of the surgical management of gastroschisis is to return the bowel into the abdomen without jeopardizing the viscera. Primary fascial closure (PFC) was historically favored due to improved outcomes. Aim of the work: To prospectively analyse the outcomes of primary closure of gastroschisis using Spatulated Umbilical Cord (SUC) technique, and compare with the retrospectively-collected outcomes of patients who underwent PFC.