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Necrotizing enterocolitis is infection and inflammation of the bowel (intestines). The disease is most common among premature newborns.
Current as of: March 22, 2023
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family MedicineKathleen Romito MD - Family MedicineJennifer Merchant MD - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Jennifer Merchant MD - Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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