A Retrospective Study of the Gastrointestinal Congenital Malformations

Abstract

A variety of congenital anomalies may occur during the embryological development of the gastrointestinal tract. These malformations include stenosis and atresia, duplications, abnormal rotation or fixation, and abdominal defects. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the prevalence of embryo-fetal gastrointestinal malformations diagnosed at the Clinical Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. I. A. Sbarcea Brasov. Anomalies have varied from minor malformations to severe ones, incompatible with life. Out of the 46 cases of digestive congenital malformations, the most frequently identified have been duodenal stenosis or atresia. Prenatal care for pregnant women, including screening tests and ultrasound, is crucial for diagnosing gastrointestinal malformations. A contributing factor to the rise in gastrointestinal malformations is also the level of education of pregnant women, as many of them do not request prenatal consultations.