What is NEC? What parents of premature babies should know

Maternity Matters

English - July 12, 2022 17:56 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
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What is NEC?

Necrotizing enterocolitis is a condition that can impact babies born prematurely. The condition can severely impact a baby's intestines. Often, surgical intervention is required.

We spoke with Dr. Troy Markel, a Riley pediatric surgeon, about how the surgical team jumps in action to help these patients.