Abstract

Rationale: Patients with intestinal failure (IF) type 2 and 3 on fat-free parenteral nutrition (PN) or with a functional short bowel (FSB), are at risk for developing essential fatty acid deficiency (EFAD). This study aims to describe period prevalence of EFAD and essential fatty acid status of patients with IF type 2 and 3.

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