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OVERVIEW
Necrotizing enterocolitis refers to a gastrointestinal emergency in neonates that is characterized by acute intestinal necrosis.
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WHAT CAUSES IT?
Bowel ischemia and bacterial invasion are responsible for this condition.
WHAT MAKES US SUSPECT IT?
Risk Factors:
Premature gut
Initial Presentation:
- Bloody diarrhea in a neonate
CLINICAL WORKUP
X-Ray imaging can demonstrate the presence of:
- Pneumocystis intestinalis
HOW DO WE TREAT IT?
Supportive measures:
- Patines is made NPO
- TPN given if necassary
Control of infection:
- Antibiotics
Surgical intervention:
- Resection of necrotic bowel
Page Updated: 12.01.2016