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Superior mesenteric artery syndrome

Case contributed by Mohammad Farghali Ali Tosson
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Recurrent episodes of vomiting.

Patient Data

Age: 10 years
Gender: Female

The 3rd part of the duodenum is compressed between the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery with consequential dilatation of the proximal duodenum and stomach.

Specific measurements

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Reduced aortomesenteric distance and aortomesenteric angle measuring 4 mm and 20 degrees, respectively.

Normally, the aortomesenteric angle and aortomesenteric distance are 25-60° and 10-28 mm, respectively.

Case Discussion

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome is suggested.

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