Intestinal Failure

Intestinal failure (IF) is when the intestines lose the ability to digest food and absorb fluids and nutrients. It’s a condition that significantly hinders the quality of life for those who suffer from it, requiring daily management. Our research explores what role nutrition plays in the development of IF and how to better treat it.

Find out about our IF studies below.

Provincial Intestinal Failure Clinic Study

Lead Researcher: Dr. Leah Gramlich
Description: A provincial study designed to identify the best outcome measurements to track patients with malnutrition so that they can receive consistent and evidence-based treatments.
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Malnutrition Clinic Study

Lead Researcher: Dr. Maitreyi Raman/Dr. Leah Gramlich
Description: By utilizing malnutrition clinics for patients with cirrhosis, IBD and intestinal failure in Calgary and Edmonton, this study aims to evaluate the impact of nutrition intervention. Specifically, the study will focus on impacts related to quality of life, infections, hospitalizations and mortality.
Inquire about this study: Dr. Maitreyi Raman/Dr. Leah Gramlich