Superior mesenteric artery syndrome in a diabetic patient with acute weight loss

Superior mesenteric artery（SMA）syndrome is an un- common disease resulting compression of the third portion of the duodenum from the superior mesenteric artery.This disease shares many common manifestations with diabetic gastroparesis,including postprandial fullness,nausea,vomiting,and bloating.Ther...

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Published in:World journal of gastroenterology : WJG 2009-12, Vol.15 (47), p.6004-6006
Main Authors: Wu, Meng-Chieh, Wu, I-Chen, Wu, Jeng-Yih, Wu, Deng-Chyang, Wang, Wen-Ming
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Case Report
Diabetes Mellitus - physiopathology
Humans
Male
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome - diagnosis
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome - physiopathology
Weight Loss
形状记忆合金
糖尿病
综合征
肠系膜
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Summary:Superior mesenteric artery（SMA）syndrome is an un- common disease resulting compression of the third portion of the duodenum from the superior mesenteric artery.This disease shares many common manifestations with diabetic gastroparesis,including postprandial fullness,nausea,vomiting,and bloating.Therefore,it is often overlooked in diabetic patients.Here,we report a 41-year-old man with poorly controlled diabetic mellitus who developed SMA syndrome due to rapid weight loss. The diagnosis was confirmed by computed tomography and an upper gastrointestinal series.His condition improved after parenteral nutrient,strict sugar control, and gradual weight gain.
ISSN:1007-9327
2219-2840
DOI:10.3748/wjg.15.6004