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Halper1, MacKenzie

  • 1Fellow, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA.

Adolescent Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|October 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome, a rare condition causing duodenal obstruction, was diagnosed in a teenage girl with severe abdominal pain. Treatment with parenteral nutrition and positional changes effectively relieved her symptoms.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Vascular Anatomy

Background:

  • Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is a rare cause of upper gastrointestinal obstruction.
  • It occurs due to extrinsic compression of the third portion of the duodenum by the SMA.
  • Diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in adolescents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case of superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome in a 14-year-old female.
  • To highlight the diagnostic challenges and successful management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 14-year-old female with characteristic symptoms.
  • Diagnostic workup including upper GI series.
  • Therapeutic trial of total parenteral nutrition and positional changes.

Main Results:

  • Upper GI series revealed duodenal obstruction.
  • The patient's symptoms resolved with total parenteral nutrition.
  • Symptomatic relief was also achieved with changes in position.

Conclusions:

  • Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome should be considered in adolescents presenting with unexplained upper GI obstruction.
  • Total parenteral nutrition and conservative management can be effective.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes.

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