Point-of-care Ultrasound to Diagnose and Monitor the Course of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (2023) Chinmay Chetan

Description

This review summarizes the use of neonatal gut ultrasound (US) as an emerging clinical tool for the quick diagnosis and prognosis of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). It describes normal gut US findings and concentrates on the specifications of diagnosing NEC, highlighting key findings like altered bowel perfusion, decreased peristalsis, and bowel wall thickening, positioning US as a valuable tool for early identification and prompt surgical intervention.