*Cut-off line described by the linear function: [platelet count (109 cells/l)] –25 • [SAA (ng/ml)] <159.3. D = at diagnosis. D/S-1 = at diagnosis (D) of neonates with moderate NEC, who were operated o
IntroductionNecrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a potentially fatal intestinal disease primarily affecting preterm infants. Early diagnosis of neonates with NEC is crucial to improving outcomes; howeve
PurposeWe aimed to explore the value of gut microbiota and tricarboxylic acid (TCA) metabolites in early diagnosis of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) among infants with abdominal manifestations. Metho