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 Gastroschisis is a congenital anomaly characterized by a full-thickness defect in the abdominal wall near the umbilicus, allowing the protrusion of the intestines. It is uncommonly associated with genetic disorders. Unlike other similar conditions, the exposed bowel in gastroschisis lacks a protective membrane, leading to adhesion, dilation, and inflammation of the intestines. Infants with this condition often experience restricted intrauterine growth. Diagnosis is typically made during a 20-week ultrasound when freely floating bowel loops are observed within the uterus. Pregnancies affected by gastroschisis show elevated maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels. In contrast to other prenatal abdominal wall defects such as omphalocele, only a small percentage (10%) of gastroschisis cases are accompanied by malformations outside the gastrointestinal tract. Infants with gastroschisis can be categorized as either simple or complex, which helps determine their prognosis and guide...