17-1 -- Congenital Anomalies Flashcards
Many organs develop simultaneously, thus if there is a GI anomaly it should prompt?
Evaluation of other organs
Atresia
Incomplete development
– Anus most common
Esophageal Atresia involves the esophagus not fully developing. What will it create anatomically and cause?
- Creates a thin, noncanalized cord
= Mechanical obstruction
Fistulas between the esophagus and trachea are common because they both develop from the foregut. What other defects will those with TE fistulas present with?
Cardiac defects
Esophageal Stenosis
Lumen of the esophagus is decreased due to fibrous wall thickening
Possible symptoms of Esophageal Stenosis?
Partial or complete obstruction
How does a Diaphragmatic Hernia develop?
Incomplete formation of the diaphragm allows the abdominal viscera to herniate up into the thoracic cavity
Diaphragmatic Hernias usually develop on which side?
Left side
What main sign will be seen with Diaphragmatic Hernias?
Pulmonary Hypoplasia
Omphalocele and Gastroschisis both involve herniation which direction?
Ventrally
Omphalocele
Abdominal viscera and liver covered by amnion and peritoneum
Gastroschisis
ALL layers of abdominal wall herniate
- usually intestine
Abdominal viscera and liver fail to return to abdominal cavity – covered by amnion and peritoneum
Omphalocele
ALL layers of abdominal wall herniate ventrally
Gastroschisis
Gastroschisis is usually an ____ defect
Isolated
Most common GI ectopic tissue issue?
Gastric mucosa in upper 1/3 of esophagus