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Mesenteric panniculitis.

F Gudinchet1, P Schnyder

  • 1Department of Radiology, CHUV, Lausanne, Switzerland.

Acta Radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
|November 1, 1987
PubMed
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Mesenteric panniculitis, an inflammatory condition, can cause lesions in the abdominal space. Computed tomography (CT) findings suggest this diagnosis when a fatty mass with a fibrous wall is seen.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Mesenteric panniculitis is a rare inflammatory condition affecting the mesenteric fat.
  • It can manifest as space-occupying lesions within the peritoneal cavity.
  • Limited computed tomography (CT) data exists in the literature.

Observation:

  • This study presents two additional cases of mesenteric panniculitis evaluated with CT.
  • CT imaging revealed characteristic patterns, though not entirely specific.
  • Key CT findings include a fatty mass with a distinct fibrous wall and areas of near-water attenuation.

Findings:

  • The CT patterns observed suggest mesenteric panniculitis, particularly the presence of a circumscribed fatty mass.
  • Differential diagnoses include lymphoma and mesenteric metastases, which are common considerations.

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  • Radiologic, clinical, and surgical evaluation is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

    • Implications:

    • Enhanced understanding of CT findings aids in diagnosing mesenteric panniculitis.
    • Distinguishing mesenteric panniculitis from malignant conditions like lymphoma and metastases is critical.
    • Further research may refine CT diagnostic criteria and improve patient management.