Spontaneous Jejunal Perforation in a Term Neonate: Case Report

Abstract

Spontaneous Intestinal Perforation (SIP) of the newborn is usually a focal intestinal perforation typically found at the terminal ileum occurring primarily in preterm and very low birth weight babies. Few cases of SIP involving the jejunum are reported in the literature. We report a case of spontaneous jejunal perforation in a four-dayold term neonate who underwent successful surgical intervention.

Keywords

• focal intestinal perforation
• surgical intervention