title: Benign pneumoperitoneum in newborns: which abdomen to open and which one to observe?
abstract: Benign pneumoperitoneum in newborns is not a rare condition that should be managed conservatively. Neonatologists and surgical teams should work together to avoid unnecessary and potentially risky procedures.
authors.affiliation: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine The University of Jordan Amman 11937 Jordan.
authors.forename: Manar
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Al-Lawama
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery The University of Jordan Amman Jordan.
authors.forename: Hashem M
authors.initials: HM
authors.lastname: Al-Momani
authors.affiliation: Department of Pediatrics The University of Jordan Amman Jordan.
authors.forename: Wael M
authors.initials: WM
authors.lastname: AboKwaik
authors.affiliation: Department of Anesthesia The University of Jordan Amman Jordan.
authors.forename: Khaled R
authors.initials: KR
authors.lastname: Al-Zaben
keywords: Benign; gastrointestinal perforation; neonate; pneumoperitoneum