Jejuno-ileal atresia: its characteristics and peculiarities concerning apple peel atresia, focused on its treatment and outcomes as experienced in one of the leading South African academic centres

Retrospective review of 34 apple peel atresia cases at a South African academic center (2002-2010) reveals >70% mortality driven by poor antenatal screening, prematurity, delayed transfers, and high sepsis rates. Despite global improvements in jejunoileal atresia outcomes, this rare subtype remains life-threatening in resource-limited settings.