Coexistence of superior mesenteric artery syndrome and nutcracker phenomenon

Radiology Case Reports

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Hasan Khan¹  Esraa Al-Jabbari¹  Neel Shroff¹  Maggie Barghash¹  Alexander Shestopalov¹  Peeyush Bhargava¹ 

[1] Department of Radiology, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd.

关键词: Superior mesenteric artery syndrome;    Nutcracker syndrome;    Tomography;   

DOI  :  10.1016/j.radcr.2022.03.063

学科分类：生物化学工程

来源: University of Washington * Department of Radiology

【 摘 要 】

Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is a rare cause of upper gastrointestinal obstruction . Nutcracker syndrome occurs as the result of external compression of the left renal vein . Although they share a similar pathophysiology , SMA and nutcracker syndrome occurring simultaneously is rare. In this case report, we discuss the pathophysiology and unique computed tomography findings in a 25-year-old female patient diagnosed with SMA syndrome who was also incidentally found to have a coexisting nutcracker phenomenon. Due to similar pathogenesis, radiologists should consider the possibility of coexistence of these rare syndromes in appropriate patients.

【 授权许可】

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