Superior mesenteric vein thrombosis complicating gangrenous appendicitis
Bulletin of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine. 2007; 43 (3): 1-2
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ABSTRACT
Superior mesenteric vein [SMV] thrombosis is a condition of uncommon occurrence the diagnosis of which is challenging as the patient usually presents with nonspecific symptoms. Early diagnosis with computerized tomographic [CT] abdominal scan can prevent progression to mesenteric infarction. Herein, a case of SMV thrombosis secondary to gangrenous appendicitis is reported. Early intervention in the patient with full anticoagulation, helped to resolve the condition with no surgical intervention
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IMEMR (Mediterraneo Oriental)
Asunto principal:
Apendicitis
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Tomografía Computarizada por Rayos X
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Estudios de Seguimiento
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Resultado del Tratamiento
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Oclusión Vascular Mesentérica
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Anticoagulantes
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio de tamizaje
Límite:
Humanos
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Masculino
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Bull. Alex. Fac. Med.
Año:
2007
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