Omphalitis Leading to Peritonitis and Bowel Evisceration in a Neonate

Omphalitis is still a worrisome entity with significant morbidity and mortality in developing countries. In Pakistan, its incidence is reported as 217.8/1000 live births [1]. This is a preventable disease especially found in neonatal life and attributed to poor sanitary conditions during labor, untrained birth attendants, and improper umbilical cord handling and care after birth. It is exceedingly rare in developed countries endowed with all the necessary equipment, trained staff and appreciable sanitary and sterilization practices [2]. We describe here a neonate presented to