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Multimodality Diagnosis of Mesenteric Ischemia
Published on: July 21, 2023
Symptomatic mesenteric atherosclerotic disease-lessons learned from the diagnostic workup
Steinarr Björnsson1, Timothy Resch, Stefan Acosta
1Vascular Center, Malmö, Skåne University Hospital, 205 02, Malmö, Sweden.
Summary
Patients with abdominal pain and atherosclerotic disease may have mesenteric ischemia. Prompt CT angiography can identify this condition, leading to timely endovascular revascularization and improved outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Symptomatic mesenteric atherosclerotic disease (SMAD) diagnosis can be challenging.
- Patients often present with non-specific abdominal pain and comorbidities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the diagnostic workup for patients referred for endovascular mesenteric revascularization.
- To identify key indicators for diagnosing SMAD.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 55 patients undergoing endovascular mesenteric revascularization between 2006-2011.
- Analysis of patient demographics, clinical presentation, diagnostic tests, and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- 71% of patients had other manifestations of atherosclerotic disease.
- CT angiography revealed SMA occlusion (30) or high-grade stenosis (25).
- 18% in-hospital mortality rate; BMI increased post-treatment.
Conclusions:
- Abdominal pain, atherosclerotic disease, right-sided colitis, or H. pylori-negative duodenitis warrant immediate CT angiography.
- Early identification of SMAD through CT angiography is crucial for timely intervention.
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