 
            
            Necrotizing enterocolitis is infection and inflammation of the bowel (intestines). The disease is most common among premature newborns.
           
          
            
            
            
              
                
                  Current as of:  October 19, 2024
               
              
                
                  Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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              Current as of: October 19, 2024