Vascular compression of Duodenum: A case report of superior mesenteric artery syndrome

Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) passes over the third part of duodenum and can cause its obstruction when the aorto-mesenteric angle is hyper acute. Although the condition is rare, the diagnosis can be made using radiography and the treatment consists of division of ligament of Treitz and duodenoje...

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Published in:Medical journal. Armed Forces India 2022-09, Vol.78 (Suppl 1), p.S285-S288
Main Authors: Jain, Anshul, Husain, Jafar, Rehan, Md
Format: Article
Language:English
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Case Report
Duodenal obstruction
Superior mesenteric artery
Wilkie syndrome
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Summary:Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) passes over the third part of duodenum and can cause its obstruction when the aorto-mesenteric angle is hyper acute. Although the condition is rare, the diagnosis can be made using radiography and the treatment consists of division of ligament of Treitz and duodenojejunostomy. We present a case of SMA syndrome in an elderly lady, who was managed successfully with surgery.
ISSN:0377-1237
2213-4743
DOI:10.1016/j.mjafi.2020.04.005