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Definition of Gastroschisis
1. Noun. A defect of the abdominal wall through which the viscera protrude ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Gastroschisis
1. A defect in the abdominal wall resulting from rupture of the amniotic membrane during physiological gut-loop herniation or, later, owing to delayed umbilical ring closure; usually accompanied by protrusion of viscera. Origin: Gastro-+ G. Schisis, a fissure (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gastroschisis
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