Necrotizing Enterocolitis

Category: Gastroenterology / Neonatal Conditions

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a devastating intestinal disease primarily affecting premature infants, characterized by inflammation and necrosis of the bowel.

Global Prevalence

Affects 1-5% of very low birth weight infants globally (Source: Lancet, 2017)

Medical Breakthroughs

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