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Date of Award
Spring 2024
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Diana Hawthorne, PA-C
Abstract
Necrotizing enterocolitis is a life-threatening condition most commonly seen in preterm or low birth weight newborns. It can be difficult to diagnose with relatively vague symptoms that can be easily overlooked. With its high mortality rate, up to 50%, it is essential that providers comprehend the basics of necrotizing enterocolitis, know the signs, and be able to diagnose and treat promptly to avoid complications. This article aims to supply providers with a background about this disease including its pathophysiology, signs, diagnosis, management, and prevention.
Recommended Citation
Morgan, Emily, "Pathophysiology, Treatment, and Prevention of Necrotizing Enterocolitis" (2024). Capstone Showcase. 59.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2024/pa/59
Pathophysiology, Treatment, and Prevention of Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis is a life-threatening condition most commonly seen in preterm or low birth weight newborns. It can be difficult to diagnose with relatively vague symptoms that can be easily overlooked. With its high mortality rate, up to 50%, it is essential that providers comprehend the basics of necrotizing enterocolitis, know the signs, and be able to diagnose and treat promptly to avoid complications. This article aims to supply providers with a background about this disease including its pathophysiology, signs, diagnosis, management, and prevention.