Gasterochism

Gasterochism is not a living organism, but a medical term for a birth defect that affects some babies.
It is also spelled as gastroschisis, and it means that the baby's intestines or other organs protrude outside of the abdomen through a hole near the belly button.
This hole is usually on the right side of the navel, and it can vary in size.
Sometimes, the stomach and liver can also be outside the baby's body.
This condition can cause serious complications for the baby, such as feeding problems, prematurity, intestinal blockage, and poor growth.

The exact cause of gasterochism is not known, but it may be related to genetic factors, infections, smoking, drug use, or low birth weight.
The risk of gasterochism is higher for young mothers, and it may also be influenced by the father's genes.

Gasterochism can be diagnosed before birth by ultrasound, and the level of alpha-fetoprotein in the mother's blood is usually elevated.
The baby may need to be delivered early by cesarean section to prevent further damage to the organs.
The baby will need surgery to repair the hole and place the organs back inside the abdomen.
The surgery may be done right after birth or after a few days, depending on the condition of the baby and the size of the defect.
The baby may also need intensive care and special feeding for several weeks or months.

The prognosis for babies with gasterochism depends on the severity of the defect and the presence of other complications.
Most babies survive and have normal lives, but some may have long-term problems with digestion, nutrition, infection, or hernia.

Gastroschisis is a birth defect where a hole in the abdominal wall beside the belly button allows the baby's intestines to extend outside of the body.

The size of the hole can vary, and sometimes other organs, such as the stomach and liver, can also protrude through the opening.

The exposed organs are not covered by any membrane or skin.

Gastroschisis occurs early during pregnancy, when the abdominal wall does not close completely.

The cause of gastroschisis is unknown, but it may be related to genetic or environmental factors.