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Intercostal retractions occur when the muscles between the ribs pull inward. The movement is most often a sign that the person has a breathing problem. Intercostal retractions are a medical emergency.
If your baby develops this condition during your pregnancy, you will not experience any symptoms related to it. Gastroschisis can be repaired with surgery after your baby is born. It is usually not associated with other malformations. What Causes Gastroschisis? The exact cause of gastroschisis is not known. It does not appear to be inherited. Having one baby with gastroschisis does not make it more likely that you would have another baby with the condition.