Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis, known as NEC, is a serious intestinal condition that occurs mainly in newborns, especially in premature babies. It is characterized by inflammation and damage to a part of the intestine.
Signs that require immediate attention:
- Distension or swelling of the baby's abdomen
- Refusal to feed, vomiting, or changes in bowel movements
- Lethargy or changes in temperature and breathing
Why it matters? Because of its speed and potential severity, it requires prompt recognition and care in a specialized setting.
Which specialist cares for it? It is usually managed in neonatal units with the participation of the neonatologist, the pediatrician, the pediatric gastroenterologist and, in certain cases, the pediatric surgeon. In the presence of warning signs in a newborn, it is essential to seek emergency medical care.
Data on 107 doctors who treat necrotizing enterocolitis
Specialties that treat necrotizing enterocolitis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in necrotizing enterocolitis
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Margarita Raya Rivera Atlántida
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Irving Partida Justo
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Carlos Alcantara Noguez
Dr. Jose Alejandro Ruiz Montañez
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dra. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is necrotizing enterocolitis?
Necrotizing enterocolitis, known as NEC, is a serious intestinal condition that occurs mainly in newborns, especially in premature babies. It is characterized by inflammation and damage to a part of the intestine.
Which doctor treats necrotizing enterocolitis?
Necrotizing Enterocolitis is usually treated by specialists in pediatric gastroenterologist, pediatric nephrologist, pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, neonatologist.