# Small Intestine Transplantation

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDef8aRK4pZQeql9eOhL7O3

## Labels

**Alternative Labels:**

- Intestinal Transplant
- Small Bowel Transplantation

## Definition

Small intestine transplantation is a surgical procedure where a diseased or non-functional small intestine is replaced with a healthy donor intestine. This transplant is typically performed for patients with severe intestinal failure or dysfunction who cannot absorb nutrients effectively through other means.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RB6mWlc1WihUbnT7ztVcao5

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