Endoexoenteric
Endoexoenteric is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a condition where the intestine is both inside and outside the body. This condition is often associated with certain types of congenital disorders and surgical procedures.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The term "endoexoenteric" is derived from the Greek words "endo" (inside), "exo" (outside), and "enteric" (pertaining to the intestine). It is used to describe a condition where a portion of the intestine is located inside the body, while another portion is located outside the body. This can occur as a result of certain congenital disorders, such as gastroschisis and omphalocele, or as a result of surgical procedures, such as an ostomy.
Congenital Disorders[edit | edit source]
In cases of gastroschisis and omphalocele, the intestine is not fully enclosed within the abdominal cavity at birth. This results in a portion of the intestine being exposed outside the body. These conditions are typically diagnosed during prenatal ultrasound and require immediate surgical intervention after birth.
Gastroschisis[edit | edit source]
Gastroschisis is a birth defect in which the baby's intestines extend outside of the body through a hole next to the belly button. The hole can be small or large and sometimes other organs, like the stomach and liver, can also be found outside of the baby's body.
Omphalocele[edit | edit source]
Omphalocele is a birth defect of the abdominal (belly) wall. The infant’s intestines, liver, or other organs stick outside of the belly through the belly button. The organs are covered in a thin, nearly transparent sac that hardly ever is open or broken.
Surgical Procedures[edit | edit source]
In some cases, a portion of the intestine may be intentionally placed outside the body during a surgical procedure. This is known as an ostomy. Ostomies are typically performed to treat conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and diverticulitis.
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