Quality of Life Outcomes in Children Following Surgical Management of Gastroschisis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

In brief

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines quality of life outcomes in children who underwent surgical repair of gastroschisis, a congenital abdominal wall defect. The study synthesizes parent and child-reported outcome data to provide evidence on long-term functional and psychosocial wellbeing following surgical management.

• First systematic review quantifying quality of life outcomes in pediatric gastroschisis patients post-surgery
• Study captures both parent-reported and child-reported QoL measures for comprehensive assessment
• Meta-analysis provides evidence base for counseling families on long-term outcomes after gastroschisis repair

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