Perforated neonatal appendicitis
Schorlemmer, G.R.; Herbst, C.A.
Southern Medical Journal 76(4): 536-537
1983
ISSN/ISBN: 0038-4348 PMID: 6340217 Document Number: 197957
We present a case of perforated appendicitis with peritonitis in a premature 920 gm neonate who survived. The incidence, etiology, and presenting signs and symptoms of appendicitis in the newborn are discussed.
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