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Case Reports
. 1976 Sep;132(3):392-3.
doi: 10.1016/0002-9610(76)90401-3.

Idiopathic perforation of the colon in a newborn

P L Cacioppo, F C Gau
Case Reports

Idiopathic perforation of the colon in a newborn

P L Cacioppo et al. Am J Surg. 1976 Sep.

Abstract

Although infrequent, idiopathic perforation of the colon in the newborn is a surgical emergency. Etiology remains obscure. Diagnosis of a pneumoperitoneum, prompt operative intervention, and the use of antibiotic therapy are essential to the survival of these infants.

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