Short Bowel Syndrome: Diagnosis & Tests (Short Bowel Malabsorption Syndrome)

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Short Bowel Syndrome

Alternate Names : Short Bowel Malabsorption Syndrome

Short Bowel Syndrome | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

Short bowel syndrome is suspected if the characteristic symptoms occur in a person who has had small bowel surgery. If diarrhea, malabsorption, or weight loss occur for long periods of time, the diagnosis can usually be made. There is no single test that confirms the diagnosis.

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Author: Minot Cleveland, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 05/07/01

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