PATTERN AND OUTCOME OF NEONATAL SURGICAL CASES AT TIKUR ANBESSA UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL, ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA.

Introduction: The survival of neonates with surgical conditions has greatly improved in developed countries, but still remains poor in developing countries. Available evidence suggests that this is due to several challenges encountered in neonates requiring surgical care. The aim of this study was to determine causes and outcomes of neonatal surgical admissions.

Severe anemia due to pharyngeal leech infestation; a case report from Ethiopia.

Background: Leeches are rare blood-sucking endoparasites. Swimming in streams and ponds as well as drinking contaminated water are the major ways to acquire leeches.

Case Presentation: A 6 year old boy who came with a history of hematemesis, frequent spitting of blood stained saliva, fatigue and anorexia to a rural hospital in Ethiopia.