1. Clinical Considerations in the Management of Short Bowel Syndrome

2. Short Bowel Syndrome, Defined

3. Causes of SBS

4. “Functional” Short Bowel

5. Normal Physiology

6. Sites of Absorption

7. Anatomic Considerations Jejunal Resection

8. Anatomic Considerations Ileal Resection

9. Anatomic Considerations Extensive Bowel Resection

10. Mechanisms of Malabsorption

11. Assessment of Intestinal Function

12. SBS Assessment Goals

13. TPN Complications

14. Intestinal Adaptation

15. Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant Program (IRTP)

16. Medications for SBS and Intestinal Failure

17. Pharmacotherapy for Intestinal Rehabilitation

18. Mount Sinai Experience With Teduglutide

19. Dilated Segments

20. The Bianchi Procedure

21. Indications for Intestinal Transplantation

22. What Patients Need to Know

23. Abbreviations

24. References

25. References (cont)