| Literature DB >> 17326875 |
R T Kuremu1, G P Hadley, R M Wiersma.
Abstract
Gastrointestinal tract perforation in neonates is a serious problem associated with high morbidity and mortality. Co-morbid factors, particularly prematurity and low birth weight, impact negatively on the outcome. This article highlights issues related to diagnosis and treatment with a view to improving the poor prognosis found in this condition.Mesh:
Year: 2007 PMID: 17326875 DOI: 10.1258/004947507779952041
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Trop Doct ISSN: 0049-4755 Impact factor: 0.731