The causes of bowel resections are very frequent. This can result in the onset of short bowel syndrome (SBS), clinical picture characterized by serious malabsorption. Diarrhea, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration and electrolyte deficit require in some patients nutritional support for life [1-3].

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Citation: Sanguinetti J., et al. “Is there Any Relation between the Age of Patients and the Length of the Small Bowel? How Long is your Patient's Bowel?". Acta Scientific Gastrointestinal Disorders 3.10 (2020): 03-06.

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