Short Bowel Syndrome
📋Overview
Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS) is a condition characterized by malabsorption due to significant loss or dysfunction of the small intestine. It is a modern clinical term describing the consequences of extensive small intestine resection or congenital absence, leading to inadequate nutrient and fluid absorption. SBS is not a legacy term but a current diagnosis used in gastroenterology and nutrition medicine.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0036992Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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