Abstract:UVC), umbilical arterial catheter (UAC) and Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC).The infant developed recurrent abdominal distension, associated with bilious aspirates and vomits. On examination, the abdomen appeared tense and shiny, with dilated veins. Necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) was suspected and enteral feeds were held repeatedly. Plain film abdominal x-rays revealed bowel distension. However they did not identify other radiological features of NEC or perforation, such as pneumatosis intestinal… Show more
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