Program Overview

Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is a complex clinical condition that occurs from reduced or loss of intestinal absorption. SBS arises from a variety of causes, including surgical resection, congenital defects, or other diseases (such as cancer). This variation in etiology is one of the reasons why SBS is such a complex and heterogeneous disease. Symptoms of SBS vary according to the extent of bowel loss, but can include diarrhea and fatty stools, fatigue, weight loss, malnutrition, abdominal pain, and dehydration. To address the unique nutritional and clinical needs of patients with SBS, parenteral nutrition (PN) and intravenous (IV) fluid therapy have become a mainstay of treatment. However, PN itself is associated with complications. Management of patients with SBS has been further bolstered by the addition of two agents (teduglutide and somatropin). With multiple treatment modalities available, combined with the unique challenges associated with this condition, it is becoming increasingly understood that patients with SBS are best managed under a model of coordinated care.

This CME-certified, Twitter-based video Consult with the Expert, will focus on recognition and diagnosis of SBS, how to manage SBS locally, medical therapies for patients with SBS, and multidisciplinary team care of patients with SBS.

Target Audience

This program is intended for gastroenterologists, surgeons, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates/physician assistants, pediatricians, internists, psychologists, and feeding therapists involved in the care and management of patients with SBS.

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

PACE requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose all financial relationships they may have with ineligible companies. All relevant financial relationships are thoroughly vetted and mitigated according to PACE policy. PACE is committed to providing learners with high-quality accredited CE activities and related materials that promote improvements or quality in healthcare and not a specific proprietary business interest of an ineligible company.

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

The faculty reported the following relevant financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this educational activity:

Instructions to Receive Credit & Fee Information

In order to receive credit for this activity, the participant must read the front matter, achieve a passing score of 75% on the post-test, complete the evaluation and application for credit form.

There is no fee to participate in this activity.

Disclaimers

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.