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enterocolitis Definition

entero·co·li·tis (en′tər ō′kō līt′is)

noun

inflammation of the colon and the small intestine

Etymology: ModL < entero- + colitis

enterocolitis Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • necrotizing: Increased risk of necrotizing enterocolitis in premature infants with patent ductus arteriosus treated with indomethacin.
  • necrotising: Protecting these babies from necrotising enterocolitis will save them from having to undergo major surgery within the first few days or weeks of life.

Adjective modifier

  • autistic: This paper reviews the epidemiological evidence about MMR and autistic enterocolitis.

Preposition: in

  • infant: Chandler J C, Holme A. Necrotising enterocolitis in infants with very low birth weight.