Frank J D, Brown S
Arch Dis Child. 1978 Oct;53(10):824-5. doi: 10.1136/adc.53.10.824.
Three neonates with rectal perforations probably caused by the use of the rectal thermometer, are reported. The dangers of this condition and the difficulty of diagnosis even at laporatomy are emphasised. It is suggested that since the axillary temperature in the neonate is an adequate reflection of the core temperature the routine use of the rectal thermometer, except in exceptional circumstances, should cease.
本文报告了3例可能因使用直肠体温计而导致直肠穿孔的新生儿病例。强调了这种情况的危险性以及即使在剖腹探查时诊断也存在困难。建议由于新生儿的腋温能充分反映核心体温，除特殊情况外，应停止常规使用直肠体温计。
