Intestinal Failure care in France
Where is care provided?
Care for intestinal failure is provided in specialised university hospitals. France has designated six national expert centers for IF and HPN.
Only these expert centers are authorized to provide HPN.
Psychological & Social Support
Support available for patients and parents includes:
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Hospital psychologist
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Social worker
Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN)
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Fully covered by the national health service
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Supplies and equipment are reimbursed
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Registered under the “long-term disease scheme”, covering 100% of medical expenses
Costs and reimbursement
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Treatment and HPN are fully covered by the national health service
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No specific financial applications required
School and education
Support may include:
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Hospital teacher
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Online schooling
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Special education rights
Patient organisations