Neonatal short bowel syndrome.

Ivan M Gutierrez, Kuang Horng Kang, Tom Jaksic

Journal: Seminars in fetal & neonatal medicine 2011;16(3):157-63

PMID: 21398196

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Abstract

Neonatal short bowel syndrome is a disease with a high morbidity and mortality. The management of these patients is complex and requires a multidisciplinary approach. Recent advances in medical and surgical treatment options have improved outcomes. The following review highlights salient points in the management of this challenging patient population.

Address: Department of Surgery, Center for Advanced Intestinal Rehabilitation (CAIR), Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, MA 02115, USA.

DOI: 10.1016/j.siny.2011.02.001

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MeSH Terms: Humans, Infant Mortality, Infant, Newborn, Intestine, Small, Short Bowel Syndrome, Treatment Outcome