Tag: NICU

  • Premature Infant

    Premature Infant: Definition and Description of Premature Infant: Premature infants, commonly referred to as preemies, are defined as babies born before the 37th week of gestation. A full-term pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks. Premature infants often require specialized medical care, as they are at risk for various health complications due to their underdeveloped organs and…

  • Necrotizing Enterocolitis

    Necrotizing Enterocolitis: Definition and Description of Necrotizing Enterocolitis: Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious gastrointestinal disease that primarily affects premature infants. It is characterized by inflammation and infection of the intestines, leading to the death (necrosis) of intestinal tissue. Although the exact cause of NEC remains unclear, its destructive impact on the intestinal lining can…