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[Mesenteric venous thrombosis complicating acute appendicitis].

M A Germain1, N Soukhni, D Bouzard

  • 1Service de chirurgie viscérale, hôpital Max-Fourestier, 403, avenue de la République, 92014 Nanterre, France.

Annales De Chirurgie
|July 4, 2002
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Septic thrombophlebitis of the mesenteric vein, often caused by appendicitis, can be diagnosed early with CT imaging. Prompt antibiotic and heparin treatment, followed by surgery, significantly reduces mortality rates.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Mesenteric vein thrombophlebitis is a rare but serious condition.
  • Common causes include diverticulitis and appendicitis, leading to acute ascending septic thrombophlebitis.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • Computed tomography (CT) imaging is effective for early diagnosis of mesenteric vein thrombophlebitis.
  • Clinical presentation involves acute ascending infection and septic thrombophlebitis.
  • A case of mesenteric vein thrombophlebitis secondary to acute appendicitis is presented.

Findings:

  • Early detection of septic ascending pylephlebitis improves survival rates.
  • Treatment involves broad-spectrum antibiotics and heparin.

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  • Elective surgery is recommended to address the primary inflammatory source.

    • Implications:

    • Aggressive management of mesenteric vein thrombophlebitis can decrease mortality.
    • This condition highlights the importance of recognizing surgical sources of septic thrombophlebitis.
    • Timely intervention is key in managing this potentially life-threatening complication.