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Lodhia, J., Msuya, D., Philemon, R., Sadiq, A. and Mremi, A. (2020) Gastric Perforation Resulting into Pneumoperitoneum in a Neonate: A Case Report. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2020, rjaa298.
https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjaa298

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• TITLE: Gastric Perforation: A Rare Cause of Neonatal Peritonitis: A Curious Case at Yaoundé Central Hospital (HCY)

  AUTHORS: Nyanit Bob Dorcas, Nwatsock Françis, Mantho Fopa Pauline, Salihou Aminou, Mabout Laetitia, Ntsobe Eric, Mvouni Bob Thérèse Raissa, Bekima King Françis, Minfele Sara Agnès, Bissa Amenguele, Sen Abel, Bangmo Franck, Ndongo René, Mouafo Tambo Faustin Félicien

  KEYWORDS: Neonatal Gastric Perforation, Pneumoperitoneum, Neonatal Peritonitis, Africa, Neonatal Surgery

  JOURNAL NAME: Surgical Science, Vol.17 No.3, March 31, 2026

  ABSTRACT: Neonatal gastric perforation (NGP) is a serious surgical emergency, causing pneumoperitoneum and peritonitis, most often occurring during the first week of life. It accounts for a rare proportion of neonatal digestive perforations, but remains associated with high mortality, particularly in resource-limited countries. We report the case of a 6-day-old newborn admitted for abdominal distension and respiratory distress, in whom surgical exploration revealed a large gastric perforation. Medical and surgical management resulted in a favourable outcome. Through this case, we discuss the diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic aspects in the light of recent international and African literature.