Parental Roles in Early Detection and Long-Term Care of Necrotizing Enterocolitis: Early Detection and Long-Term Care of Necrotizing Enterocolitis

Anny Ashiq Ali; Anisa Amir Ali; Sadia Shamim

doi:10.54393/nrs.v4i04.113

Authors

Anny Ashiq Ali Department of Nursing, Iqra University, Karachi, Pakistan
Anisa Amir Ali Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Ziauddin University, Karachi, Pakistan
Sadia Shamim Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Ziauddin University, Karachi, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/nrs.v4i04.113

Keywords:

Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Parental Involvement, Early Detection, Educational Programs

Abstract

Necrotizing Enterocolitis is a devastating disease of the gastrointestinal tract, where full-thickness necrosis develops through processes that remain uncertain, and with early diagnosis, a patient's prognosis can be improved. However, parents are the primary caregivers of neonates; they may be best positioned to identify early signs of necrotizing enterocolitis, and their involvement is fundamental. Objectives: To evaluate the role defined by parents in the early recognition of necrotizing enterocolitis symptoms in the relevant neonates, as well as the potential suggestions from parents on how their involvement could impact early recognition, management, and outcomes of the disease. Methods: The literature used in this review paper is selected from PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, and Google Scholar. The search method included using terms such as "Necrotizing Enterocolitis," "parental involvement," "early detection," "educational programs," and "premature neonates”. Studies from qualitative and quantitative were selected and published within five years. A total of 1200 articles were selected, and after removing duplicate studies, 850 articles were sought. Consequently, 50 articles were introduced in the final review. Results: The results indicated that parents play an important role in identifying the early signs of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in premature neonates. Research emphasizes educating parents on recognizing these warning signs and encouraging prompt communication with healthcare services. Conclusions: It was concluded that the crucial role of parental enlightenment and education about symptoms of Necrotizing Enterocolitis, as well as liaison with the healthcare providers, would ensure that early diagnosis and treatment for an increase in newborn survival chances take place.

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