The risk of short bowel syndrome occurs with loss of _____ of the small intestine

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Short bowel syndrome is typically defined as having less than 70% of the small intestine remaining after surgical resection or injury. Therefore, the correct answer is C, >70%. Short bowel syndrome occurs when more than 70% of the small intestine is removed or not functional. This can lead to malabsorption and malnutrition due to the insufficient surface area for absorption of nutrients.

The Risk of Short Bowel Syndrome Occurs with Loss of _____