Gastroschisis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004775",
  "term": "Gastroschisis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A birth defect characterized by an opening in the abdominal wall, usually to the right of the umbilical cord, through which the intestines protrude outside the body. This condition occurs during fetal development when the abdominal wall fails to close completely. It requires surgical repair shortly after birth.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "congenital"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 758 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/gastroschisis/"
}