Association between Multiple Intestinal Atresia and Omphalocele: A Case Report

Abstract

Multiple intestinal atresia is a rare disorder with vascular or hereditary etiology. So far, the occurrence of this malformation along with omphalocele has not been reported. We describe a boy born from a nonconsanguineous gypsy couple with intrauterine growth retardation, omphalocele, and multiple intestinal atresia from the pylorus to the rectum. The microscopic examination of the intestine shows multiple small lumina with a sieve-like appearance. This is characteristic of the hereditary alresias and suggests development of a defect in (re) canalization during embryogenesis. The association with omphalocele indicates a common developmental defect may be present.

Key Words:

• intestinal atresia
• multiple intestinal atresia
• omphalocele