[Function and resorption of the region of the small intestine with reference to an extensive resection]

The function of the small intestine before and after extensive resection is dealt with on the basis of infant metabolism under normal and pathological conditions. As a result of the changed absorption conditions in such children, application of parenteral feeding, stepwise establishment of oral feeding using the building-up and cure diets which are available and compensation of long-term losses are necessary. The feasibility of testing the changed absorption conditions is mentioned.