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What is NEC? What parents of premature babies should know

What is NEC? What parents of premature babies should know

Update: 2022-07-12
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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. 

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What is NEC? What parents of premature babies should know

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GABRIELA RIETHMILLER