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The prognosis is actually pretty good longterm. It is corrected immediately after birth and it can take anywhere from 10 to 21 days for the intestines to go back where they belong. Alot depends on how much of the intestine needs to be put back too. A majority of the time this is the only defect present, in other word it unsually doesn't have other defects that come with it(down, usually brings heart problems, ect)
The good thing about this defect is that it can be diagnosed before birth so preparations for treatment can be present at the birth. Most of the time the first few months of life require the most medical treament and cause for concern as the intestine begins working as it should then it is more or less monitoring growth to be suere that nutrients are being absorbed.
I have known of a case where the kid is doing good, going to kindergarten, you would never think he had this.
As far as costs, I would think it would be covered by insurance. A few years ago I saw it on one of those baby story type shows and that baby went home and was doing well too.
Ultimately you are the only one that can decide what is best for your family and how much you as a parent are able to endure. Just know that there is nothing wrong with passing up a placement.
EZ
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