Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious infection of the intestines. It is most commonly found in the large intestine of newborn babies and is very dangerous. With NEC, tissue becomes inflamed and damages part of the intestines. NEC can cause an opening in the intestines and bacteria can enter the abdominal cavity and cause an[…] Read More
Month: April 2021
What are the Causes of Necrotizing Enterocolitis?
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious intestinal disease that primarily affects premature infants as well as newborns. According to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), one to five percent of intensive care unit (ICU) admissions are related to a NEC diagnosis. NEC generally develops in babies who are formula fed within the first two weeks[…] Read More