title: Idiopathic perforation of the colon in a newborn.
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.
mesh_terms: D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D003125:Colostomy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007232:Infant, Newborn, Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D011859:Radiography