This abdominal defect could risk your baby's health

The integrity of the abdominal wall is crucial in order to keep the contents of the abdomen inside the body. Photo: AFP

Loops of bowel outside a foetus’ abdomen floating in amniotic fluid with or without any covering, is a scary scenario, which could likely be discovered by an obstetrician during a routine ultrasound appointment.

This is due to a condition classified as anterior abdominal wall defects.