Question
What are the symptoms of neonatal intestinal necrosis?
Answer
Neonatal necrotizing enterocolitis is a disease caused by various factors that lead to damage of the intestinal mucosa, resulting in ischemia and hypoxia, and ultimately causing widespread or regional necrosis of the small intestine and colon. This condition is characterized by symptoms such as abdominal distension, vomiting, and blood in stool, with 90% of cases occurring in premature infants. The most effective treatment for this condition is surgery. After surgery, during the fasting period, it is necessary to maintain the baby’s energy and electrolyte balance through venous nutrition, while closely monitoring the baby’s condition and taking precautions against infection.