When it comes to the causes of Necrotizing Enterocolitis, or NEC, there is no clear consensus among medical experts. Some believe that the disease is caused by bacteria or infection in the gut, while others argue that certain feeding practices may put infants at increased risk.
Baby Formula and NEC: What’s the Link?
If your baby was born prematurely and develops NEC despite all your best efforts to ensure their safety and health, you may be eligible for compensation from medical providers or manufacturers of baby formula who failed to adequately warn you about the risks associated with this devastating disease.