The relation between serum levels of epidermal growth factor and necrotizing enterocolitis in preterm neonates

Purpose Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most serious complications of prematurity. Many risk factors can contribute to the development of NEC. The epidermal growth factor (EGF) plays a major role in intestinal barrier function, increases intestinal enzyme activity, and improves nutrien...

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Main Authors: Heba Mostafa Ahmed, Nsreen Mostafa Kamel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Pediatric Society 2019-08-01
Series:Korean Journal of Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://kjp.or.kr/upload/pdf/kjp-2018-07108.pdf