What is Exomphalos?
When the abdominal contents protrude through the anterior abdominal wall
What are the contents of the abdomen stil surrounded by?
The amniotic sac formed by amniotic membrane and peritoneum.
What is exomphalos associated with?
Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome
Down’s syndrome
cardiac and kidney malformations
What is the management of exomphalos?
C-section
Why is a section indicated in someone with exomphalos?
To reduce the risk of sac rupture