Acute superior mesenteric artery occlusion

Discussion:

Mesenteric vascular occlusion is a life-threatening disease with high morbidity and mortality. It is caused by different conditions such as arterial occlusion, venous occlusion, strangulating obstruction, and hypoperfusion associated with non-occlusive vascular disease.

CT findings vary widely depending on the cause and underlying pathophysiology. Conventional angiography was the modality of choice for such cases in the past, but now MDCT is first-line. Conventional angiography is reserved for interventional procedures.

Accurate diagnosis helps in proper management of patients with acute mesenteric occlusion improving their prognosis.

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