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Abdominal compartment syndrome complicating necrotizing enterocolitis: A case report.
1Saint Peter's University Hospital, Rutgers Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, USA.
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) encompasses various conditions. This case highlights a rare, uniformly fatal NEC variant associated with abdominal compartment syndrome, emphasizing the need for early recognition and intervention.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Medicine
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a spectrum of disease, including infectious enterocolitis, spontaneous intestinal perforation, and meconium-related perforations.
- An uncommon variant of NEC is associated with abdominal compartment syndrome.
Observation:
- A premature infant presented with sudden, massive abdominal distension.
- Standard interventions, including orogastric tube placement, were unsuccessful in relieving the distension.
Findings:
- The case illustrates a unique presentation of NEC complicated by abdominal compartment syndrome.
- This specific NEC variant, in the author's experience, has a uniformly fatal outcome.
Implications:
- Recognizing this unusual NEC manifestation is crucial for potentially altering its dismal prognosis.
- Prompt diagnosis and tailored interventions may be necessary for NEC associated with abdominal compartment syndrome.
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