Medical MCQ - A neonate is suspected to be suffering from necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). On fuher examination and investigation, he is diagnosed to be Bell's stage I NEC. The management of choice would be

A neonate is suspected to be suffering from necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). On fuher examination and investigation, he is diagnosed to be Bell’s stage I NEC. The management of choice would be

Laparotomy and proceed

Inseion of bilateral pelvic drains

Conservative management with IV fluids and antibiotics

Initial conservative management and laparotomy after 24 hours

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Conservative management with IV fluids and antibiotics

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Ans. c. Conservative management with IV fluids and antibiotics The management of choice for Bell's Stage I necrotizing enterocolitis is conservative management with IV fluids and antibiotics. Treatment of Bell's Stage I Necrotizing Enterocolitis: NPO, II/fluids and Antibiotics for 3 days

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