Necrotizing Enterocolitis
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Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious inflammatory condition primarily affecting the intestines of premature or very low birth weight infants. It involves intestinal tissue injury and necrosis, potentially leading to perforation and systemic infection. NEC is a neonatal emergency with significant morbidity and mortality.
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