Three isolated superior mesenteric artery dissections: update of previous case reports, diagnostics, and treatment options.

Publication/Presentation Date

3-1-2008

Abstract

Isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection is a relatively rare vascular pathology. However, the number of recent case reports has shown an increasing incidence with the widespread use of computed tomography imaging for abdominal pain. Here we report three cases of isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection. The unique surgical option of small bowel transplantation along with successful medical management is described. A treatment algorithm for isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection is also proposed.

Volume

47

Issue

3

First Page

649

Last Page

653

ISSN

0741-5214

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

18295120

Department(s)

Department of Surgery

Document Type

Article

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