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[Mesenteric venous thrombosis (MVT): a problem in diagnosis and management]
N Ghisletta1, M von Flüe, E Eichlisberger
1Departement Chirurgie, Allgemeinchirurgische Klinik, Universitätsspital Basel.
Swiss Surgery = Schweizer Chirurgie = Chirurgie Suisse = Chirurgia Svizzera
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Mesenteric venous thrombosis, a rare cause of intestinal ischemia, requires advanced imaging for early diagnosis. Prompt heparinization and surgical techniques like limited resection improve patient prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Mesenteric venous thrombosis (MVT) is an uncommon cause of intestinal ischemia, accounting for 5-15% of cases.
- Delayed diagnosis due to nonspecific symptoms can lead to irreversible intestinal infarction.