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Gabriel E Gondolesi¹, Hamed Nikoupour², Cal S Matsumoto³

¹Servicios de Cirugía General, trasplante Hepatico, Pancreático e Intestinal, Hospital Universitario Fundación Favaloro. Av Belgrano 1782 (1093), Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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Intestinal failure (IF) is a serious global health issue. This review updates IF definitions, worldwide data, and access to care in developing regions like Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia.

Keywords:

Developing world Intestinal transplant Underserved countries

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Public Health
Global Health Equity

Background:

Intestinal failure (IF) is a critical, life-threatening condition with significant global health implications.
Disparities in medical care quality and access exacerbate IF challenges, particularly in developing nations.
Effective IF management is hindered by varying diagnostic criteria and treatment availability worldwide.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an updated overview of Intestinal Failure (IF) definitions and current global epidemiological data.
To review recent advancements, achievements, and treatment access strategies for IF.
To highlight regional variations and access challenges in Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature review of recent studies on Intestinal Failure (IF).
Analysis of global epidemiological data and treatment outcomes.
Comparative assessment of IF care access and healthcare system capabilities in selected developing regions.

Main Results:

Significant heterogeneity exists in IF definitions and diagnostic approaches globally.
Access to specialized IF care, including advanced therapies, is limited in many developing countries.
Regional initiatives show promise in improving IF patient outcomes and care accessibility.

Conclusions:

Standardizing IF definitions and improving global access to care are crucial for better patient outcomes.
Addressing healthcare disparities in IF management is essential, especially in resource-limited settings.
Collaborative efforts and tailored strategies are needed to mitigate the impact of IF worldwide.