Abstract
Objective: This article reviews the causes, clinical presentation, and CT diagnosis of superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome. Conclusion: In conjunction with an appropriate clinical history, several CT findings can suggest the diagnosis of SMA syndrome. These findings include narrowing of the aortomesenteric angle and distance, distension of the stomach and duodenum, and dilatation of the left renal vein with left-sided venous collaterals.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1079-1088 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Abdominal Imaging |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2012 |
Keywords
- 3-D reconstruction
- Computed tomography
- Multiplanar reformation
- SMA syndrome
- Superior mesenteric artery syndrome
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiological and Ultrasound Technology
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
- Gastroenterology
- Urology