Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Intestinal Failure

Intestinal failure (IF) is a medical condition that occurs when the intestines are not able to perform their normal digestive functions. It can result from either an obstruction or a lack of digestive enzymes, or a combination of both. Intestinal failure is a serious condition and can be life-threatening if left unt…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Intestinal failure (IF) is a medical condition that occurs when the intestines are not able to perform their normal digestive functions. It can result from either an obstruction or a lack of digestive enzymes, or a combination of both. Intestinal failure is a serious condition and can be life-threatening if left untreated. Treatment options are available and may include nutritional support, medications, and/or surgery. The prognosis of IF depends on the underlying cause and the speed with which it is diagnosed and treated. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to improving the outcome of intestinal failure.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Human and Animal Intestines.

Journal editorial board
Valentina Discepolo · Italy Wissem MNIF · Saudi Arabia

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