Neonatal gastric perforation in Twins: Two distinct cases
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https://doi.org/10.52783/jns.v12.1224Keywords:
Neonate, Stomach perforation, Necrotizing enterocolitis, Nasogastric tubeAbstract
Background: Neonatal gastric perforation (NGP) is an uncommon but fatal condition. The exact cause of NGP remains unclear, although some cases have been linked to medical interventions. NGP is rarely reported in twins.
Case Presentation: Herein we report two cases of gastric perforation in twins. The first baby was one of the 34-week preterm twins that developed abdominal distension and respiratory distress on the third day of life. While the other baby was one of the 32-week preterm twins that too developed abdominal distension and respiratory distress. Both had gastric perforations that needed surgical repair. One baby died of sepsis while the other neonate had a stormy postoperative course, which was managed with meticulous monitoring and multidisciplinary management, and discharged in good clinical condition.
Conclusion: Clinical cases demonstrate that successful management of NGP requires a multidisciplinary approach, including timely surgical intervention, meticulous postoperative care, and close monitoring of complications.
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