Superior mesenteric artery syndrome: A review of the literature

Abstract Decreased intraabdominal fat can lead to intraabdominal compressive syndromes, such as superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome. This phenomenon is rare but should be considered in a patient with recent rapid weight loss and acute gastrointestinal complaints. A delay in diagnosis and treat...

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Main Authors: Jasmin England, Natasha Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-06-01
Series:Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/emp2.12454
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