Central Manchester

Central Manchester's Children & Adolescent Intestinal Rehabilitation & Reconstruction Services (CAIRRS) is a nationally and internationally recognized pediatric specialty unit dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of children and adolescents with intestinal failure. Building on three decades of world-class care delivery, CAIRRS... was formally established to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary assessment and treatment for patients unable to be fed orally and requiring total intravenous feeding for extended periods. The unit serves approximately 30 patients annually, with 95 percent remaining under CAIRRS care for multiple years, and anticipates significant growth in patient volume. CAIRRS operates through a highly coordinated multidisciplinary team model that includes specialist nurses, consultant pediatric gastroenterologists, consultant pediatric surgeons with expertise in bowel reconstruction, dietitians, pharmacists, clinical psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, play specialists, and radiologists. Upon patient referral from Central Manchester, St. Mary's Hospital, or external sources, cases are reviewed by a gastroenterologist and/or referring surgeon, followed by comprehensive multidisciplinary team assessment within two weeks of admission. Treatment plans are developed collaboratively during weekly multidisciplinary team meetings, ensuring a smooth and coherent patient pathway that addresses the complex medical, nutritional, psychological, and developmental needs of pediatric intestinal failure patients. The unit's reputation extends across Manchester and beyond, attracting referrals from regional and national sources and establishing CAIRRS as a leading center of excellence in pediatric intestinal rehabilitation and reconstruction. This integrated care model, supported by specialist expertise and coordinated clinical governance, positions CAIRRS as a premier destination for families seeking advanced, evidence-based treatment for ...Read More