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Discover the causes of short bowel syndrome (SBS) and malabsorption.
Short bowel syndrome occurs when a large part of the small intestine and/or colon is removed. There are multiple reasons why infants and children may need to have the surgery done, including:
When sections of the small or large intestines are removed, the natural route nutrients go through to be absorbed is disrupted, which can cause malabsorption in infants and children.
The removal of sections of the small intestine causes SBS.
Many cases of SBS begin in early infancy after surgery to remove a section of the small intestine or colon. Though it is more common in infancy, SBS can also occur later in life. It is not clear how many children suffer from SBS as there are many possible causes.
The small intestine plays an important role in the absorption of nutrients. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients and liquids required to function. Taking away any part of the small intestine or colon reduces the area capable of absorbing necessary nutrients and fluids.
It is the portion of the digestive system most responsible for absorption of water from the remaining indigestible food residue. At this stage of digestion, food is no longer broken down, and the last vital nutrients, mineral salts, and vitamins are absorbed. Colonic bacteria enable the synthesis of vitamins such as vitamin K, vitamin B12, thiamine and riboflavin. Finally, the remaining materials of the digestive process, stools, are collected in the rectum and expelled.
Neocate® is a family of hypoallergenic, amino acid-based specialized formulas for use under medical supervision and is indicated for cow milk allergy, multiple food allergies and related GI and allergic conditions. Talk to your healthcare provider about product recommendations.
Neocate Nutra is suitable for use in children and infants older than 6 months of age (not suitable as sole source of nutrition). Neocate Nutra is not intended for bottle or tube feeding.
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