Sonographic evaluation of superior mesenteric vascular relationship in malrotation

We report sonographic demonstration of abnormal and characteristic superior mesenteric vascular anatomy in three cases of surgically proved intestinal malrotation. Sonographic screening examinations of children with abdominal pain should include an evaluation of the superior mesenteric vessels.

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Published in:Pediatric radiology 1989-03, Vol.19 (3), p.173-175
Main Authors: LOYER, E, EGGLI, K. D
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Child
Female
Gastroenterology. Liver. Pancreas. Abdomen
Humans
Infant
Intestine, Small - abnormalities
Male
Malformations
Medical sciences
Mesenteric Arteries - pathology
Mesenteric Veins - pathology
Stomach. Duodenum. Small intestine. Colon. Rectum. Anus
Ultrasonography
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Summary:We report sonographic demonstration of abnormal and characteristic superior mesenteric vascular anatomy in three cases of surgically proved intestinal malrotation. Sonographic screening examinations of children with abdominal pain should include an evaluation of the superior mesenteric vessels.
ISSN:0301-0449
1432-1998
DOI:10.1007/BF02388650