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[Omental infarction: CT findings (case report)]
Seçil Yildiz1, Cetin Atasoy, Cemil Yağci
1Ankara Universitesi Tip Fakültesi, Radyoloji Anabilim Dali, Ankara, Turkey.
Tanisal Ve Girisimsel Radyoloji : Tibbi Goruntuleme Ve Girisimsel Radyoloji Dernegi Yayin Organi
|July 6, 2004
Summary
Omental infarction, a rare cause of abdominal pain, often mimics common conditions. Characteristic computed tomography findings enable accurate preoperative diagnosis, avoiding unnecessary surgery.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Omental infarction is an uncommon cause of acute abdominal pain.
- Clinical presentation is nonspecific, often leading to misdiagnosis.
- It is frequently confused with appendicitis or cholecystitis.
Observation:
- Two cases of omental infarction were analyzed.
- Clinical symptoms and diagnostic challenges were noted.
- Computed tomography (CT) imaging was utilized.
Findings:
- Omental infarction results from impaired perfusion of the greater omentum.
- CT demonstrates characteristic findings for this condition.
- Preoperative diagnosis via CT can prevent unnecessary laparotomy.
Implications:
- CT imaging is crucial for accurate preoperative diagnosis of omental infarction.
- Early diagnosis can prevent unnecessary surgical interventions.
- Understanding CT findings aids in differentiating omental infarction from other acute abdominal pathologies.