A Case Series of Iatrogenic Gastrointestinal Perforations in Premature Infants Below 30 Weeks’ Gestation
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This case series examines iatrogenic gastrointestinal perforations in extremely premature infants (<30 weeks gestation) treated at a major Dutch NICU. The study analyzes incidence rates, clinical presentations, mortality outcomes, and long-term developmental follow-up for this rare but critical complication.
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- Iatrogenic GI perforations in preterm infants <30 weeks are rare but carry high mortality risk requiring urgent surgical intervention.
- Early recognition of perforation signs (abdominal distension, pneumoperitoneum) is critical in NICU settings to improve survival outcomes.
- Case series data helps establish incidence rates and risk factors for IGP in extremely premature populations managed in tertiary NICUs.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. A Case Series of Iatrogenic Gastrointestinal Perforations in Premature Infants Below 30 Weeks’ Gestation. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-08-19. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/10867
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