A case of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) with pathologic evidence of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is presented. This preterm infant developed abdominal distention and tachycardia, and a clinical diagnosis of NEC was made. Acute bowel obstruction occurred 20 days later. Biopsy specimens of the ileum obtained during laparotomy showed extensive CMV inclusion bodies and positive immunoperoxidas...

BACKGROUND Extremely premature (birth weight < 1250 g) infants are at high risk for acquiring late-onset sepsis and necrotizing enterocolitis, which are associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Own mother's milk contains protective (immune and trophic) biofactors which provide antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory functions, enhance intestinal microbiot...