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Time trends, geographic variation and risk factors for gastroschisis in Canada: A population-based cohort study 2006-2017.

Shiliang LiuJane EvansAmelie BoutinWei LuoMihaela GheorgheNathalie AugerLaura ArbourAideen MooreK S JosephJulian Little
Published in: Paediatric and perinatal epidemiology (2021)
Gastroschisis birth prevalence rates in Canada have stabilised in recent years compared with the increase documented previously. The substantial geographic variation and North-to-South difference in gastroschisis prevalence may indicate variation in socio-economic status, lifestyle and nutritional patterns.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • cardiovascular disease
  • physical activity
  • gestational age