ABSTRACT
Objective To analyze the CT manifestations of mesenteric panniculitis,so that to improve CT diagnosis of mesenteric panniculitis.Methods Seven patients with mesenteric panniculitis,which were diagnosed according to the CT criteria,were analyzed.Results The fatty masses with defined margins and around the root of the jejunum were found in all patients at CT scan,and there were no enhancement after administration of contrast medium.The masses were sharply defined with abdominal and retroperitoneal fat.There were pseudo-capsule in 7, "arcus adiposus sign" in 5. Enlargement of lymph nodes in the masses and retroperitoneum in 2 cases were seen,respectively.4 patients had abdominal operations,one patient was in combination with carcinoma of head of pancrease.Conclusion Certain features of the CT manifestations of mesenteric panniculitis can be found,CT is effective for the diagnosis of mesenteric panniculitis.