Long-term Consequences Short Bowel Syndrome in a 13-year-old Child

Objective of the Paper: to demonstrate the observation of the long-term consequences of postresection short bowel syndrome in a 13-year- old boy. Key Рoints. Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is characterized by a low absorption capacity of the small intestine as a result of extensive resections, which is manifested by malabsorption, malnutrition and digestive disorders. Observation of a 13-year-old child with a history of postresection short bowel syndrome 10 years after acquiring intestinal autonomy (independence from parenteral nutrition) illustrates the long-term consequences SBS: megaloblastic B12-deficient anemia with neurological symptoms, delayed physical development, persistent anastomositis. Conclusion. In children with a history of short bowel syndrome, after acquiring intestinal autonomy, some risks remain that significantly disrupt the patient's health. Such patients need long-term food insurance and supervision by a multidisciplinary team of specialists. Keywords: short bowl syndrome, small intestine resection, malabsorption, parenteral nutrition, chronic intestinal failure, intestinal autonomy, B12-deficient anemia.