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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Clinical Nutrition

Background:

  • Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) necessitates massive intestinal resection, resulting in short bowel syndrome (SBS).
  • SBS presents significant clinical challenges and complications.
  • Intestinal adaptation begins rapidly after resection and is crucial for managing SBS.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding intestinal adaptation is critical for treating SBS.
  • Intestinal rehabilitation strategies aim to enhance adaptation and manage nutritional needs.
  • Preventing parenteral nutrition complications is a key goal in SBS management.