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Association between mesenteric panniculitis and non-neoplastic disorders
Serra Ozbal Gunes1, Yeliz Akturk1, Esra Soyer Guldogan1
1Department of Radiology, University of Health Sciences, Dıskapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital, Dıskapı, 06130 Ankara, Turkey.
Mesenteric panniculitis (MP) is associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS) and urogenital diseases like urolithiasis. Early treatment of metabolic disorders may help prevent MP and related conditions.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
Background:
- Mesenteric panniculitis (MP) is a rare inflammatory condition affecting the mesentery.
- The relationship between MP and coexisting non-neoplastic disorders requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the association between mesenteric panniculitis (MP) and coexisting non-neoplastic disorders.
- To identify potential risk factors and clinical implications of MP.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 4674 abdominal CT scans for MP features.
- Comparison of clinical findings between MP patients and matched controls.
- Statistical analysis using t-tests, Mann-Whitney U, chi-squared, and Fisher's tests.
Main Results:
- 102 patients were diagnosed with MP.
- CT findings included hyperattenuated fatty mass, lymphadenopathy, mesenteric vessel congregation, fat halo sign, and pseudocapsule.
- Metabolic syndrome (MetS) and urogenital diseases were significantly more prevalent in MP patients compared to controls.
Conclusions:
- Metabolic syndrome and urolithiasis show a significant association with MP.
- MetS may be a risk factor for MP and urolithiasis.
- Management of metabolic disorders is recommended for MP prevention.
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