Long-Term Outcome in Patients With Short Bowel Syndrome After Longitudinal Intestinal Lengthening and Tailoring

ABSTRACTObjectives:Longitudinal intestinal lengthening and tailoring (LILT) is a well-established surgical treatment for short bowel syndrome. It has been shown to enhance peristalsis, decrease bacterial overgrowth, and extend mucosal contact time for nutrients. We present the results of a long-term