Effect of routine probiotic, Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938, use on rates of necrotizing enterocolitis in neonates with birthweight < 1000 grams: a sequential analysis

Effect of routine probiotic, Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938, use on rates of necrotizing enterocolitis in neonates with birthweight < 1000 grams: a sequential analysis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a disease in neonates, often resulting in death or serious medical or neurodevelopmental complications. The rate of NEC is highest in the smallest babies and many efforts have been tried to reduce t...

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Main Authors: Hunter Chelsea, Dimaguila Mary Ann VT, Gal Peter, Wimmer John E, Ransom James, Carlos Rita Q, Smith McCrae, Davanzo Christie C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-09-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Necrotizing enterocolitis
<it> Lactobacillus reuteri </it> DSM 17938
Probiotic
Extremely low birth weight
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2431/12/142

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