Uterine leiomyoma as a rare cause of acute abdomen and intestinal gangrene.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A rare case of mesenteric vein thrombosis and small intestinal gangrene caused by a pedunculated fundal uterine fibroid is presented. The causative mechanism and management are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Abdomen, Acute
- Gangrene
- Intestinal Diseases
- Leiomyoma
- Uterine Neoplasms