Question
If a newborn has necrotizing enterocolitis and undergoes surgery, is it inevitable to have postoperative complications? How much impact will these have on the baby’s future growth? Generally speaking, what is the likelihood of success for the surgery?
Answer
Necrotizing enterocolitis in newborns is a severe condition that, if not treated promptly, may lead to serious consequences such as intestinal bleeding, necrosis, even shock, and death. Intestinal obstruction should be immediately fasting and effectively treated; treatment can be surgical or non-surgical, depending on the patient’s specific condition, and surgery may be necessary. Surgery may result in postoperative infections, intestinal adhesions, and other complications. However, in critical conditions, one should not refrain from surgery due to the possibility of postoperative complications.