Maternal risk factors associated with complex gastroschisis: Cannabis exposure and recurrent urinary tract infections may be modifiable targets

Key Points

• Cannabis exposure and recurrent urinary tract infections increase the risk of complex gastroschisis in infants, highlighting specific maternal risk factors.
• 21% of mothers with infants diagnosed with complex gastroschisis reported cannabis exposure according to the study findings.
• Observational analysis across multiple healthcare facilities identified maternal behaviors and health conditions linked to infant outcomes.
• Further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore prevention strategies targeting modifiable risk factors.