# Giant Omphalocele — GCMD Library living collection

Everything in the library about giant omphalocele — built automatically from dossiers that name it.

Updated: n/a · 9 episodes · 156 cited statements

## Episodes
### Surgical Management
- [Approach and component separation for suture closure and underlay mesh...](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430) — video · 31:03 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430.md)
- [Tricks - Omphalocele - Approach & Component Separation For Suture Closure &...](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635) — video · 32:30 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635.md)
- [Gastroschisis - Clinical Practice Updates](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996) — video · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996.md)

### Evidence & Research
- [Use of a new vertical traction device for early traction-assisted staged closure of congenital abdominal wall defects: a prospective series of 16 patients](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436) — video · 0:56 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436.md)
- [Quick Literature Updates Episode 20](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554) — video · 4:03 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554.md)
- [A multi-institutional comparison of management techniques for infants with giant omphalocele](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385) — video · 0:51 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385.md)
- [A multi-institutional comparison of management techniques for infants with giant omphalocele](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457) — video · 0:51 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457.md)

### In-Depth Reviews
- [Update Course Rewind: Omphalocele & Gastroschisis 2020](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507) — podcast · 15:18 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507.md)

### Patient & Family Education
- [What is Omphalocele? An ERNICA animation for parents and families](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811) — video · 3:19 · [machine version](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811.md)

## Chapters
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=0) Introduction and first Duoderm silo technique video (Ep 1)
- [5:40](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=340) Component separation video presentation (Ep 1)
- [10:34](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=634) Faculty debate on early versus delayed closure (Ep 1)
- [17:22](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1042) Biologic patch discussion and special cases (Ep 1)
- [26:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1576) Dr. Abello's algorithm and decision framework (Ep 1)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=0) Introduction and First Technique Overview (Ep 2)
- [3:01](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=181) Duoderm Silo Compression Demonstration (Ep 2)
- [5:11](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=311) Component Separation Case Presentation (Ep 2)
- [10:43](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=643) Faculty Discussion: Early vs Delayed Closure (Ep 2)
- [16:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1006) Patch Techniques and Biologic Materials (Ep 2)
- [25:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1514) Algorithm and Clinical Decision-Making (Ep 2)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=0) Giant omphalocele physiology and pulmonary hypertension risk (Ep 3)
- [5:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=300) Sac-preserving active reduction technique for giant omphalocele (Ep 3)
- [9:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=556) Ladd procedure consideration at definitive omphalocele closure (Ep 3)
- [15:48](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=948) Management of massive abdominal wall defect with liver herniation (Ep 3)
- [23:21](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1401) Delayed fascial closure strategies for giant ventral hernia (Ep 3)
- [0:01](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=1) Definition and Pathophysiology of Omphalocele (Ep 4)
- [0:40](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=40) Etiology, Associated Conditions, and Prenatal Diagnosis (Ep 4)
- [1:17](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=77) Prognosis and Surgical Management (Ep 4)
- [2:27](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=147) Hospital Course and Long-term Follow-up (Ep 4)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=0) Novel traction device for congenital abdominal wall defect closure (Ep 5)
- [0:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=16) CDH Repair: Thoracoscopic vs Open Meta-analysis (Ep 6)
- [1:35](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=95) Traction Device for Abdominal Wall Defects (Ep 6)
- [2:39](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=159) ICG Fluorescence in Pediatric Cholecystectomy (Ep 6)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=0) Introduction and Study Overview (Ep 7)
- [0:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=7) Study Design and Key Findings (Ep 7)
- [0:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=32) Clinical Implications (Ep 7)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=0) Comparison of Giant Omphalocele Management Techniques (Ep 8)
- [0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=0) Giant omphalocele: pulmonary hypertension and management options (Ep 9)
- [3:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=226) Hydrocolloid dressing technique and Ladd procedure considerations (Ep 9)
- [6:42](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=402) Large abdominal wall defect management: mesh scaffolding and delayed reconstruction (Ep 9)
- [12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745) Gastroschisis management: sutureless closure and antibiotic stewardship (Ep 9)

## Statements
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- "The study examined 117 infants with giant omphalocele" — Lizzie Lee (epidemiological) [Ep 8 · 0:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=7)
- "Four treatment approaches were compared: paint-and-wait, operative silos, compression techniques, and Duoderm silo" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=7)
- "Babies treated with Duoderm silo were most likely to have their abdomen closed in one surgery" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:19](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=19)
- "Approximately 80% of infants treated with Duoderm silo achieved single-surgery abdominal closure" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=24)
- "Some babies treated with operative silos achieved closure sooner than other methods" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=25)
- "Complication rates were similar across all four management methods" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=25)
- "Almost half of infants required 6 months or more before complete abdominal closure could be achieved" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 8 · 0:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=32)
- "There is no universal best treatment approach for giant omphalocele" — Lizzie Lee (opinion) [Ep 8 · 0:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=38)
- "Duoderm silos may be particularly beneficial when the goal is single-stage abdominal closure" — Lizzie Lee (opinion) [Ep 8 · 0:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11457?t=38)
- "The study examined 117 infants with giant omphalocele." — Lizzie Lee (epidemiological) [Ep 7 · 0:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=7)
- "Four treatment approaches were compared: paint-and-wait, operative silos, compression techniques, and Duoderm silo." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=7)
- "Babies treated with Duoderm silo were most likely to have their abdomen closed in one surgery." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:19](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=19)
- "Approximately 80% of infants treated with Duoderm silo achieved single-stage abdominal closure." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=24)
- "Some babies treated with operative silos achieved closure sooner than other methods." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=25)
- "The overall chance of complications was similar across all four treatment methods." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=25)
- "Almost half of the infants required six months or more before complete abdominal closure could be achieved." — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 7 · 0:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=32)
- "There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for giant omphalocele." — Lizzie Lee (opinion) [Ep 7 · 0:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=38)
- "Duoderm silos may be a particularly good option when the goal is single-stage abdominal closure." — Lizzie Lee (opinion) [Ep 7 · 0:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/a-multi-institutional-comparison-of-management-techniques-for-infants-with-giant-omphalocele-11385?t=38)
- "The front of a baby's belly does not form properly during early pregnancy in omphalocele" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:06](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=6)
- "In omphalocele, the baby has an opening in their belly button through which organs pass and are covered by a thin sac" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:11](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=11)
- "Omphalocele is classed as a rare birth defect" (epidemiological) [Ep 4 · 0:21](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=21)
- "Sometimes only a portion of the small intestine passes through the opening in omphalocele" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:26](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=26)
- "In other cases, more organs including some or most of the liver pass through the opening" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:30](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=30)
- "When the liver is involved, it is called large or giant omphalocele" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:30](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=30)
- "The cause of omphalocele is unknown" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:40](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=40)
- "Omphalocele can be a feature of many genetic syndromes" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:43](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=43)
- "Many babies with omphalocele have other birth defects" (epidemiological) [Ep 4 · 0:43](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=43)
- "A diagnosis of omphalocele can be made before birth using ultrasound" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 0:51](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=51)
- "Prenatal tests should be carried out to identify any associated anomalies in omphalocele" (guideline) [Ep 4 · 1:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=60)
- "Ongoing care for babies with omphalocele should be provided at a specialist center by a dedicated team with knowledge and experience" (guideline) [Ep 4 · 1:06](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=66)
- "Omphalocele is a serious condition and can be life threatening for the baby before birth and as a newborn" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 1:17](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=77)
- "Most babies with omphalocele do survive" (epidemiological) [Ep 4 · 1:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=84)
- "Some babies with giant omphalocele may be transferred to a dedicated intensive care unit after birth" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 1:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=92)
- "The contents of the belly that have passed through the opening are wrapped in a sterile bag to avoid damage" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 1:39](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=99)
- "When the baby is stable, surgery can be performed to place the organs back in the belly and close the opening" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 1:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=106)
- "Small omphaloceles can be repaired in one operation called a primary repair" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 1:54](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=114)
- "For babies with giant omphalocele, repair is done in several steps called a staged repair" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:01](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=121)
- "In some giant omphalocele cases, there may not be enough room in the newborn baby's belly for the organs to fit back inside" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:08](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=128)
- "When there is insufficient abdominal domain, surgery may be postponed for weeks or months to allow the lungs and body to grow" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:17](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=137)
- "Babies may be able to return home during the period of delayed surgery with appropriate nursing care in place" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:27](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=147)
- "Hospital stay duration differs depending on the severity of the omphalocele, any associated anomalies or complications, and response to treatment" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=153)
- "Follow up care by a multidisciplinary team (MDT) of different clinical specialists is required" (guideline) [Ep 4 · 2:45](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=165)
- "Some babies may experience ongoing difficulties that require different types and levels of care, such as feeding or breathing difficulties" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 2:55](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=175)
- "Identifying any complications or difficulties early is very important" (guideline) [Ep 4 · 3:05](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=185)
- "Babies with giant omphaloceles need to be monitored more closely" (guideline) [Ep 4 · 3:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=190)
- "Peer support can be accessed through patient and family support groups" (clinical) [Ep 4 · 3:15](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/what-is-omphalocele-an-ernica-animation-for-parents-and-families-7811?t=195)
- "In patients without pulmonary hypoplasia or bad heart problems, first choice is to try early coverage because it is quicker and easier." — Bob Langer (opinion) [Ep 2 · 0:51](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=51)
- "For patients with pulmonary hypoplasia, bad hearts, prematurity, or where the omphalocele is too big and there isn't enough skin to get over, the escharotic technique is used." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 1:05](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=65)
- "Silver sulfadiazine (Flamazine in Canada) has been used for many years for omphalocele escharization, as taught by Sigy Ein." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 1:09](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=69)
- "Silver-impregnated sponges offer the same advantage as Silvadene but are less messy and don't require painting." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 1:44](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=104)
- "Silver Aquacel stuck to the omphalocele sac and became incorporated, failing to fall off as expected once it hardened underneath." — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 2 · 1:54](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=114)
- "Component separation requires going up every day to adjust the compression, which is work-intensive." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 5:12](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=312)
- "The most difficult cases are patients with pulmonary hypoplasia or bad hearts where intra-abdominal pressure cannot be safely increased." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 5:12](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=312)
- "The objectives of component separation are to minimize postoperative risk of abdominal hypertension and compartment syndrome, increase abdominal capacity at closure, facilitate anatomically definitive midline closure regarding rectus muscles, and limit evisceration and incisional hernias." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 6:19](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=379)
- "The case presented was a 28-week gestation, 1,130g premature female with giant omphalocele including the liver, identified by prenatal ultrasound." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 6:42](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=402)
- "After 10 days of manipulation with the Duoderm silo, the peritoneal sac was still covered, thick, and manageable." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 7:12](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=432)
- "The incision is made 0.5 to 1 centimeter outside the semilunar line, with dissection of the lateral fascia towards the external oblique." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 7:57](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=477)
- "By dissecting the fascia to the mid-axillary line, you can gain between 2 and 4 centimeters of advancement." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 8:26](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=506)
- "This case represents the probable smallest patient with lowest weight and giant omphalocele treated with Abello method and component separation for definitive anatomic closure without evisceration." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 10:19](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=619)
- "Concern exists about whether abdominal wall musculature after component separation in a 1.3kg infant will function normally at 20 years of age." — Bob Langer (opinion) [Ep 2 · 11:41](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=701)
- "Using an absorbable patch leaves the abdominal wall musculature intact, and as the child grows, the patch becomes a smaller percentage of the abdominal wall area." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 12:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=720)
- "Surgisis was used for a long time but had many recurrences; now Strattice is used with better results." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 12:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=720)
- "Many omphaloceles have defects that go right up to the costal margin, making it difficult to close that area even with component separation." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 12:36](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=756)
- "Often the lower part of the defect is closed primarily, but a patch is needed along the costal margin." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 12:50](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=770)
- "Component separation dissection to the mid-axillary line is necessary to adequately mobilize tissue and achieve closure." — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 2 · 13:20](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=800)
- "Six-ply Surgisis with 22 tension lines works better, allowing tension on the patch while bringing the fascia together." — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 2 · 13:31](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=811)
- "Dr. Abello has long-term follow-up with the Duoderm technique showing all patients healed well without problems." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 14:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=847)
- "Component separation is technically highly complicated with a huge surgical area in such a small child, and complications would be very big." (opinion) [Ep 2 · 14:55](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=895)
- "Delayed primary closure at 6-7 months after escharization with fatty gauzes is a safer alternative to early complex surgery." (opinion) [Ep 2 · 14:55](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=895)
- "With escharization and delayed closure, children go home, play, are active regular kids, epithelialize the whole omphalocele, and can be fixed when older with component separation techniques." — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 2 · 16:02](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=962)
- "Most patients managed with painting and delayed primary closure can be closed without using a patch when they are older." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 16:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1006)
- "The Duoderm technique was successful on two giant omphaloceles with liver out, performed over a longer period with gradual progress, redoing the Duoderm patch only every 3 days." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 17:31](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1051)
- "Babies with giant omphaloceles managed with Duoderm can be kept on nasal cannula with morphine during manipulation and don't need intubation until the actual repair." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 17:53](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1073)
- "In neonates, the Duoderm can pull the rectus out laterally when cut into diamonds, allowing primary closure at the edges so the defect requiring a patch is much smaller." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 19:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1147)
- "Alloderm is used as a bridge patch, and leaving the amnion provides a protective layer; the patch appears to turn into thick fascia over time, resulting in a relatively small central defect similar to rectus diastasis." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 19:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1186)
- "The benefit of early closure with Duoderm and patch is that muscle edges don't continue to get farther apart, whereas with painting and waiting, the muscle stays way out laterally and over time the defect appears bigger." — Holly Williams (clinical) [Ep 2 · 24:49](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1489)
- "The most challenging situation is smaller defects with the whole liver out, where the liver doesn't go back in with painting and waiting because it's locked out, requiring enlargement of the fascial defect to reduce the contents." — Bob Langer (clinical) [Ep 2 · 25:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1524)
- "Livers in small-defect omphaloceles can have a mushroom or dumbbell shape, making reduction very difficult." — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 2 · 25:55](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1555)
- "Dr. Abello's algorithm starts with a relaxation test to determine how much the patient can tolerate and how much silo manipulation is needed to achieve primary closure." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 27:15](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1635)
- "If primary closure is not possible after Duoderm silo, the next step is component separation; if intra-abdominal pressure is still too high after component separation, a mesh can be placed." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 29:12](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1752)
- "If at any moment intra-abdominal pressure is too high or pulmonary hypertension occurs, the procedure can be aborted and traditional painting and waiting can be used." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 30:13](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1813)
- "Dr. Abello has never had to abort the process due to patient intolerance, including in patients with cardiomyopathy or pulmonary hypertension." (host_summary) [Ep 2 · 31:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/tricks-omphalocele-approach-component-separation-for-suture-closure-635?t=1892)
- "The meta-analysis included 709 patients from 15 research studies across multiple international centers" — Lizzie Lee (epidemiological) [Ep 6 · 1:03](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=63)
- "Thoracoscopic repair has higher recurrence rates compared to open repair for congenital diaphragmatic hernia" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 6 · 1:18](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=78)
- "Thoracoscopic repair has longer operative times compared to open repair for congenital diaphragmatic hernia" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 6 · 1:18](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=78)
- "Thoracoscopic repair has a lower incidence of postoperative bowel obstruction compared to open repair" — Lizzie Lee (clinical) [Ep 6 · 1:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=85)
- "The Ziegler study included 10 patients with giant omphalocele and 6 with complicated gastroschisis" — Alex Halpern (epidemiological) [Ep 6 · 1:59](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=119)
- "Complete fascial closure was achieved after a median of 7 days in children with giant omphalocele using the fascia tense pediatric device" — Alex Halpern (clinical) [Ep 6 · 2:13](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=133)
- "Complete fascial closure was achieved after a median of 5 days in children with complicated gastroschisis using the fascia tense pediatric device" — Alex Halpern (clinical) [Ep 6 · 2:13](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=133)
- "No patients developed abdominal compartment syndrome when using the fascia tense pediatric device" — Alex Halpern (clinical) [Ep 6 · 2:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=143)
- "No ventral hernias occurred after a median follow-up of 12 months in patients treated with the fascia tense pediatric device" — Alex Halpern (clinical) [Ep 6 · 2:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=143)
- "The Italian study included 83 patients in the laparoscopic cholecystectomy without ICG group" — Cecilia Gigena (epidemiological) [Ep 6 · 3:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=190)
- "The Italian study included 90 patients in the laparoscopic cholecystectomy with ICG group" — Cecilia Gigena (epidemiological) [Ep 6 · 3:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=190)
- "The ICG group had no complications compared to 12% in the non-ICG group" — Cecilia Gigena (clinical) [Ep 6 · 3:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=203)
- "The ICG group had shorter surgery time compared to the non-ICG group" — Cecilia Gigena (clinical) [Ep 6 · 3:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=203)
- "The ICG group had better visualization of the biliary tree compared to the non-ICG group" — Cecilia Gigena (clinical) [Ep 6 · 3:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=203)
- "Laparoscopic cholecystectomy with ICG can be the new standard in pediatric surgery practice" — Cecilia Gigena (opinion) [Ep 6 · 3:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/quick-literature-updates-episode-20-10554?t=218)
- "Giant omphalocele (≥5 cm or liver in sac) patients had greater time to full feeds, required more TPN, had greater risk of respiratory insufficiency, and higher incidence of chromosomal anomalies compared to routine omphalocele in a two-center 20-year retrospective study of 97 survivors." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=0)
- "56 of 97 giant omphalocele patients were identified as having pulmonary hypertension, with most diagnosed within the first week of life." (epidemiological) [Ep 3 · 0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=0)
- "Five patients with giant omphalocele had no signs of pulmonary hypertension on initial echo within first seven days but subsequently developed severe pulmonary hypertension after sepsis episodes, with two deaths and one requiring pulmonary vasodilator for more than a year." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=0)
- "One patient developed severe pulmonary hypertension 52 days after initial echo showed no pulmonary hypertension, triggered by a single episode of sepsis." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 0:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=0)
- "The sac-preserving active reduction technique developed by Dr. Abello from Colombia has been used in almost 40 patients over three years by Miguel Gilfoid's group." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 5:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=300)
- "Using the sac-preserving technique with hydrocolloid dressing, 97% of patients achieved closure within 30 days and 92% within 15 days." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 5:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=300)
- "All patients treated with the sac-preserving technique are kept in ICU, ventilated and completely paralyzed during the reduction process." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 5:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=300)
- "The hydrocolloid dressing should ideally be applied within the first 24 hours after birth so the sac doesn't become very stiff, and it keeps the sac very smooth and hydrated." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 6:47](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=407)
- "Three patients with ruptured omphalocele sac at birth were sutured and then had the hydrocolloid dressing applied successfully." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 6:47](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=407)
- "Compressions can usually start within 48 hours after hydrocolloid application once the baby is stable." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 8:01](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=481)
- "In a study by Amy Wegner comparing omphalocele and gastroschisis, gastroschisis had higher risk of adhesive bowel obstruction, but omphalocele had higher risk of midgut volvulus." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 9:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=556)
- "Patients with omphalocele have non-rotation or malrotation and will not have the same adhesions as gastroschisis patients." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 9:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=556)
- "If the surgical technique for omphalocele closure involves exposing the intestines, it may be worth considering a Ladd procedure, but not worth going through the sac if the technique maintains the sac." (opinion) [Ep 3 · 10:31](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=631)
- "During diaphragmatic hernia repair, the key move to decrease volvulus risk is to unroll the cecum and proximal bowel if they are rolled together like a scroll, ensuring small bowel is to the right, colon to the left, and anterior surface of mesentery is exposed." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 13:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=790)
- "Non-rotation does not exclude the possibility of having anatomy with a narrow base of mesentery and the two ends being fairly close together, creating volvulus risk." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 14:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=873)
- "In gastroschisis, the liver is not expected to be herniated outside the abdomen." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 17:52](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1072)
- "For massive abdominal wall defects where there is no amnion and nothing to sew, Miguel Gilfoid uses a prolene mesh that stays in place until closure can be achieved, protecting it with a plastic bag around the bowel." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 19:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1150)
- "With giant abdominal wall defects, when a spring-loaded (tech) silo is placed and pushed down, the forces go outward and can actually make the defect much bigger over time." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 20:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1224)
- "Biologic mesh can be used as a scaffold that sticks to the bowel and allows skin to epithelialize over massive defects." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 21:23](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1283)
- "Miguel Gilfoid reports that 80% of massive gastroschisis cases can be closed within two to three months using prolene mesh that remains in place for months." — Miguel Guelfand (clinical) [Ep 3 · 23:21](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1401)
- "Tissue expanders placed inside the belly without any domain would push all contents up and out rather than creating useful space, according to plastic surgery colleagues." (host_summary) [Ep 3 · 26:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1593)
- "Component separation technique involves separating tissue at the external oblique about a centimeter beyond the rectus sheath bilaterally, then dissecting between external oblique and the transversus/internal oblique, which creates substantial room for closure." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 26:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1593)
- "An incision on top of the anterior rectus sheath can provide another centimeter of advancement during component separation." (clinical) [Ep 3 · 26:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1593)
- "A group from UT Houston (Cogen, Rich, and Recy) reported using component separation in nine children aged 7 days to 10 years, majority with omphalocele and giant defects, achieving fascial closure in almost every case, with some requiring mesh to bridge defects." (host_summary) [Ep 3 · 26:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/gastroschisis-clinical-practice-updates-2996?t=1593)
- "Ziegler et al. performed a prospective study in 10 patients with giant omphalocele and 6 with complicated gastroschisis evaluating a vertical traction device." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=14)
- "The study utilized Fascia Tenses Pediatric, a traction-assisted abdominal wall closure device." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:24](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=24)
- "Complete fascial closure was achieved after a median time of 7 days in children with giant omphalocele." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:29](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=29)
- "Complete fascial closure was achieved after a median time of 5 days in children with complicated gastroschisis." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:36](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=36)
- "No patients developed abdominal compartment syndrome in the study." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:39](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=39)
- "No ventral hernias occurred after a median follow-up of 12 months." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:39](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=39)
- "Fascia Tenses Pediatric helps facilitate early fascial closure in patients with congenital abdominal wall defects." — Alex Halpern (host_summary) [Ep 5 · 0:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/use-of-a-new-vertical-traction-device-for-early-traction-assisted-staged-closure-of-congenital-abdominal-wall-defects-a-prospective-series-of-16-patients-9436?t=46)
- "Giant omphalocele is typically defined as five centimeters or greater or liver in the sac" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 0:36](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=36)
- "In a two-center retrospective study encompassing 20 years with 97 survivors of giant omphalocele, patients had greater time to full feeds, required more TPN, had more chromosomal anomalies, and had higher incidence of respiratory insufficiency" (epidemiological) [Ep 9 · 0:36](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=36)
- "56 patients of 97 giant omphalocele survivors were identified as having pulmonary hypertension, most diagnosed within the first week of life" (epidemiological) [Ep 9 · 1:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=74)
- "Five patients out of 56 with pulmonary hypertension had no signs in their first echo within the first seven days of life, then subsequently developed severe pulmonary hypertension after an episode of sepsis; two died and one required pulmonary vasodilator for more than a year" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 1:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=74)
- "Even in omphalocele patients without signs of respiratory compromise early, sepsis later puts these patients at high risk for pulmonary hypertension" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 1:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=74)
- "Dr. Miguel Guelfand uses hydrocolloid dressing to make a silo for giant omphalocele without painting the sac, achieving closure in 97% within 30 days and 92% within 15 days in 40 patients" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 3:46](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=226)
- "For hydrocolloid dressing technique, the dressing should be placed within the first 24 hours so the sac doesn't get very stiff, and the hydrocolloid makes the sac very smooth and hydrated" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 4:26](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=266)
- "Dr. Guelfand's team keeps all giant omphalocele patients in ICU ventilated and completely paralyzed during active reduction" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 4:20](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=260)
- "For ruptured omphalocele, Dr. Guelfand's team sutures the omphalocele and then applies the hydrocolloid dressing; they have treated three such patients" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 4:45](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=285)
- "The risk of midgut volvulus was higher in patients with omphalocele compared to gastroschisis, and there was increased risk of adhesive bowel obstruction with gastroschisis" (epidemiological) [Ep 9 · 5:17](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=317)
- "If exposing the intestines in omphalocele patients, it is worthwhile doing a Ladd procedure at the time because these patients have non-rotation or mal-rotation, and non-rotation does not exclude the possibility of having anatomy with a narrow base of mesentery" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 5:17](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=317)
- "Dr. Guelfand uses proline mesh for huge gastroschisis or omphalocele cases when there is no place for hydrocolloid, protecting it with a plastic bag within the bowel; this technique has been used for 15 years" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 8:18](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=498)
- "When a Bentec spring-loaded silo is placed for giant abdominal wall defect and pushed down, the forces go out and actually make the defect much bigger over time" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 8:49](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=529)
- "Dr. Islam's team used biologic mesh as a scaffold for a large abdominal wall defect, which sticks to the bowel and creates a scaffold to allow skin to epithelialize, then used circumcision skin as a graft, followed by plastic surgery tissue expanders and flaps for coverage" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 9:14](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=554)
- "Component separation technique involves separating tissue at the external oblique about a centimeter beyond the rectus sheath on both sides, dissecting between external and internal oblique, and optionally making an incision on the anterior rectus sheath for another centimeter of space" — Ellen Encisco (host_summary) [Ep 9 · 10:26](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=626)
- "A Texas report described component separation use in nine children aged seven days to 10 years, mostly for omphaloceles and giant defects, achieving fascial closure in the vast majority with some mesh use for bridging" — Ellen Encisco (host_summary) [Ep 9 · 10:26](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=626)
- "Complex gastroschisis is almost a different disease from simple variety; everything is worse including hospital length of stay, requirement for further operations, and sepsis rates" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745)
- "In sutureless gastroschisis closure, the silo is placed or bowel is tucked in with occlusive dressing, changed at five days, and mostly closed by the next change, then simple dressings can be used" (clinical) [Ep 9 · 12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745)
- "Comparing sutured versus sutureless gastroschisis closure, there was no difference in time to full feeds, TPN use, or duration of hospital stay, but sutureless had fewer anesthetics, less frequent antibiotic use, and fewer infections and septic events" (epidemiological) [Ep 9 · 12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745)
- "A randomized trial of over 50 gastroschisis patients found no difference between immediate closure and silo placement" (epidemiological) [Ep 9 · 12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745)
- "The finding of no difference between silo and immediate closure paved the way for studying sutureless closure, because it established that immediate closure was not superior before moving to sutureless technique" (opinion) [Ep 9 · 12:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/update-course-rewind-omphalocele-gastroschisis-2020-13507?t=745)
- "spk_0 uses escharotic painting (escharization) followed by epithelialization for giant omphaloceles" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 0:27](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=27)
- "Jack's first choice for omphalocele without pulmonary hypoplasia or cardiac problems is early skin coverage" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 0:42](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=42)
- "For patients with pulmonary hypoplasia, bad hearts, prematurity, or defects too large for skin coverage, Jack uses escharotic technique" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 0:56](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=56)
- "Jack's team uses silver sulfadiazine (Flamazine in Canada) for escharotic treatment, a technique taught by Sigy Ein" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 1:11](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=71)
- "Silver-impregnated sponges offer same advantage as Silvadene but are less messy and don't require painting" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 1:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=92)
- "spk_0 tried silver-impregnated Aquacel which stuck to the sac, became incorporated, and could not be removed - described as a disaster" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 1:45](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=105)
- "Dr. Abello's Duoderm technique involves creating T-shaped Duoderm pieces that form an external silo, which is progressively compressed like gastroschisis reduction over approximately 1-2 weeks" — Todd Ponsky (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 3:16](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=196)
- "The Duoderm compression technique requires daily adjustments and significant work" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 5:02](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=302)
- "The Duoderm technique cannot be used in patients with pulmonary hypoplasia or bad hearts where intra-abdominal pressure cannot be safely increased" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 5:02](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=302)
- "Case presented: 28-week gestation, 1130g premature female with giant omphalocele including liver, identified by prenatal ultrasound" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 6:32](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=392)
- "Component separation as described by Ramirez involves incision parallel to semilunar line with dissection of lateral fascia toward external oblique to mid-axillary line, gaining 2-4 centimeters" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 8:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=487)
- "In the presented case, rectus muscles were joined centrally and umbilical cord mobilized caudally to create future umbilicus" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 9:30](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=570)
- "Dr. Abello reports this as probably the smallest patient with lowest weight and giant omphalocele treated with his method and component separation for definitive anatomic closure without eventration" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 10:19](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=619)
- "Component separation in small babies is not easy, especially if the omphalocele has been on a silo for a long period and tissues are scarred together" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 11:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=667)
- "Jack's concern about component separation: uncertain what the abdominal wall will be like when the patient is 20 years old and whether they will be able to function normally" — Jack (opinion) [Ep 1 · 11:38](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=698)
- "Jack uses absorbable patches (previously Surgisis with many recurrences, now Strattice with better results) to leave abdominal wall musculature intact" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 11:51](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=711)
- "Advantage of patch approach: as child grows, the patch becomes a smaller percentage of the abdominal wall area" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 12:07](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=727)
- "Many omphaloceles have defects extending to the costal margin, making complete closure difficult even with component separation" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 12:27](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=747)
- "Jack often closes the lower defect primarily but requires a patch along the costal margin" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 12:40](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=760)
- "Component separation requires dissection to the mid-axillary line to adequately mobilize tissue" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 13:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=790)
- "spk_0 now uses six-ply Surgisis which has 22 tension lines, allowing tension on the patch while bringing fascia together" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 13:22](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=802)
- "Dr. Abello has long-term follow-up with the Duoderm technique showing all patients healed well without problems, but no long-term follow-up yet with component separation" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 14:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=840)
- "Delayed closure approach: apply fatty gauzes until epithelialization, wait until 6-7 months, then perform delayed primary closure" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 15:00](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=900)
- "Suad manages most giant omphaloceles with painting followed by delayed primary closure when older, usually achieving closure without patch" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 16:27](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=987)
- "Holly Williams successfully used Duoderm technique on two giant omphaloceles with liver out, maintaining patients on nasal cannula with morphine during manipulation, avoiding intubation until repair" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 17:22](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1042)
- "Holly Williams applied Duoderm and redid it only every 3 days, making very gradual progress" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 18:03](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1083)
- "Holly Williams previously used multi-stage operations with patches over a couple of years rather than painting" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 18:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1113)
- "In neonates, tissue compliance allows significant reduction with Duoderm pulling; the amnion is left (usually stuck to liver centrally), Duoderm applied over it, then skin closed" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 18:57](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1137)
- "Holly Williams uses Alloderm as bridging material, which over time turns into thick fascia resembling rectus diastasis" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 19:36](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1176)
- "Benefit of Alloderm approach: muscle edges don't continue to separate over time, unlike painting-and-waiting where muscle stays lateral and defect may enlarge" (clinical) [Ep 1 · 24:40](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1480)
- "Most challenging cases are smaller defects with entire liver out - these don't reduce with painting-and-waiting because the liver is 'locked out' with a mushroom shape" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 25:15](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1515)
- "For locked-out liver cases, the fascial defect must be enlarged to allow reduction" — Jack (clinical) [Ep 1 · 25:39](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1539)
- "spk_0 had one massive omphalocele case with muscle only at lateral edge requiring combination of lateral component separation, Gore-Tex attachment, and serial stretching over 3 sessions (like Witzman patch) to achieve muscle-to-muscle closure" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 21:57](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1317)
- "Biologic dressings are not meant to be bridged - they turn into liquid as temporary material, not muscle, unless permanent" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 22:57](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1377)
- "Cardiac surgeons report biologic patches in VSD closure turn into cardiac muscle" — Todd Ponsky (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 23:10](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1390)
- "spk_0 observed one pediatric case where biologic patch appeared to turn into muscle or scar" — Todd Ponsky (clinical) [Ep 1 · 23:25](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1405)
- "Dr. Abello's algorithm: first perform relaxation test under sedation to assess how much stretching is needed and determine silo size requirements" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 27:04](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1624)
- "Dr. Abello's decision tree: if primary closure tolerated, proceed; if not, perform component separation; if intra-abdominal pressure still too high after component separation, add mesh" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 29:03](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1743)
- "If at any point pressure becomes too high or pulmonary hypertension occurs, Dr. Abello aborts the procedure and reverts to traditional painting-and-waiting" (host_summary) [Ep 1 · 30:33](https://library.globalcastmd.com/watch/approach-and-component-separation-for-suture-closure-and-underlay-mesh-430?t=1833)

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