Isolated dissection of the superior mesenteric artery: a case report and literature review
- Autori: Seidita, A.; Barbiera, F.; Murmura, E.; Accardi, M.; D'Alcamo, A.; Randazzo, G.; Mansueto, P.; Carroccio, A.; Sprini, D.
- Anno di pubblicazione: 2014
- Tipologia: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/209410
Abstract
Isolated dissection of the superior mesenteric artery is rare; it is predominantly observed in men with the highest incidence in those over 40 years old. Contrast-enhanced multi-detector computed tomography is considered essential for the diagnosis, therapeutic management and follow-up. The therapeutic approach ranges from conservative medical treatment to surgery or endovascular stent placement, but there are, to date, no approved guidelines. We report the case of a 68-year old man who entered our Emergency Department just for mild abdominal pain, which later proved to be due to acute dissection of the superior mesenteric artery. ©Copyright A. Seidita et al., 2014 Licensee PAGEPress.