Neonatal meconium peritonitis presenting as non-immune hydrops fetalis

Authors

  • Sindhu Sivanandan Chief- Neonatology & Pediatrics, Radial Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Thendral K Clinical Lead, Senior Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Radial Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Raghul M Consultant- Pediatric Surgery, Radial Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Keywords:

Meconium peritonitis, Non-immune hydrops, Intestinal perforation

Abstract

Meconium peritonitis results from sterile intrauterine bowel perforation. While typically localized, it can manifest as NIHF—generalized fetal edema and fluid accumulation in multiple body cavities. Early identification is critical, as MP carries a significantly better prognosis than many other causes of NIHF when surgical intervention is timely.

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Published

2026-01-08

How to Cite

Sindhu Sivanandan, Thendral K, & Raghul M. (2026). Neonatal meconium peritonitis presenting as non-immune hydrops fetalis. Kauverian Medical Journal, 3(3), 102–104. Retrieved from http://www.kauverianjournal.com/index.php/research/article/view/258

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026): January

Section

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