Large Gastric Perforation in Carmi Syndrome: A Morbid Complication in a Rare Association
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The association between epidermolysis bullosa (EB) and congenital pyloric atresia (CPA) named Carmi Syndrome is rare. We report unusual and morbid complication of gastric perforation resulting in peritonitis in a preterm neonate born with Carmi Syndrome.
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Conservative management of esophageal perforation following obesity surgery.
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