Self-limited spontaneous dissection of the main trunk of the superior mesenteric artery.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Spontaneous dissection of the splanchnic arteries is rare and reportedly carries a high risk of mortality. Two cases with spontaneous dissection of the main trunk of the superior mesenteric artery followed by a self-limited clinical course are presented. Current management strategies, including bypass operation, patch angioplasty, and conservative treatments, are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the role of nonsurgical management with careful follow-up with the use of new technologies such as duplex and computed tomography scanning.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Dissection
- Aneurysm, Ruptured
- Mesenteric Artery, Superior