Unusual presentation of an iatrogenic esophageal perforation in a newborn.
Spontaneous rupture of esophagus (Boerhaave's Syndrome) in neonates is a rare occurrence. However iatrogenic perforation of the esophagus is not that uncommon, especially in a premature. The presentation of esophageal perforation is rather stereotyped. In the present case however patient presented with unusual features.
Singh
Santosh Kumar
SK
Madhuraj Nursing Home, Kanpur, UP, India. drsantosh6@rediffmail.com
Taneja
Sunil
S
Singh
Rupa Dalmia
RD
D004939:Esophageal Perforation / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D011027:Pneumoperitoneum / Q000209:etiology