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[Mesenteric venous thrombosis].

Pablo Demelo-Rodríguez1, Lucía Ordieres-Ortega2, Crhistian-Mario Oblitas2

  • 1Unidad de Enfermedad Tromboembólica Venosa, Departamento de Medicina Interna, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, España; Instituto de Investigación, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, España; Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, España; Facultad de Medicina, Universidad CEU San Pablo, Madrid, España.

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Mesenteric vein thrombosis (MVT) is a rare condition diagnosed via imaging. Early clinical-surgical intervention and anticoagulation are key, especially with associated prothrombotic states.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Hematology

Background:

  • Mesenteric vein thrombosis (MVT) is a rare vascular condition.
  • It can manifest acutely, subacutely, or chronically, either in isolation or as part of splanchnic thrombosis.
  • Diagnosis relies on imaging (CT/MRI) in patients with high clinical suspicion, often presenting with nonspecific abdominal pain and potential intestinal ischemia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the presentation, diagnosis, and management of Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis (MVT).
  • To highlight the association of MVT with prothrombotic states and hematological disorders.
  • To discuss the clinical outcomes, including survival rates and mortality associated with MVT.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentations and diagnostic modalities for MVT.
  • Analysis of treatment strategies, emphasizing anticoagulant therapy and surgical intervention.
  • Examination of etiological factors, particularly prothrombotic states and hematological disorders like myeloproliferative syndromes and JAK2 mutations.

Main Results:

  • Symptomatic MVT typically presents as abdominal pain, possibly with intestinal ischemia.
  • Early clinical-surgical evaluation is recommended for patients with warning signs.
  • MVT is frequently linked to prothrombotic conditions, notably hematological disorders.

Conclusions:

  • Anticoagulant treatment is the cornerstone of medical management for MVT.
  • An early clinical-surgical approach is crucial for selected patients.
  • While 5-year survival is 70-82%, 30-day mortality can be as high as 20-32%.