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Multidisciplinary management of acute mesenteric ischemia: Surgery and endovascular intervention

Takashi Sakamoto1, Tadao Kubota2, Hiraku Funakoshi3

  • 1Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Health Economics, School of Public Health, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 1130033, Japan.

World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
|September 13, 2021
PubMed

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Acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) requires prompt treatment to restore blood flow and remove dead tissue. Combining surgery with endovascular methods can improve patient outcomes for this critical condition.

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) is a critical condition involving intestinal blood flow obstruction.
  • It presents as an 'acute abdomen' requiring immediate intervention.
  • Current treatment focuses on restoring perfusion and resecting necrotic bowel.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current research on acute mesenteric ischemia.
  • To outline evidence-based treatment strategies for AMI.
  • To emphasize the combined role of surgery and endovascular interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of cutting-edge studies on AMI.
  • Analysis of treatment approaches, including surgical and endovascular options.
  • Discussion of facility-specific treatment modifications.

Main Results:

  • Endovascular intervention complements, rather than replaces, surgical approaches.
  • Judicious combination of surgical and endovascular methods can enhance AMI patient prognosis.
  • Treatment strategies must be tailored to individual patient needs and facility capabilities.

Conclusions:

  • Multidisciplinary approaches are crucial for managing AMI.
  • Optimizing treatment strategies involves integrating surgical and endovascular techniques.
  • Further research and evidence-based guidelines are needed for improved patient outcomes in AMI.
Keywords:
Acute mesenteric arterial embolismAcute mesenteric arterial thrombosisAcute mesenteric ischemiaEndovascular intervention

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