Superior Mesenteric Artery Pseudoaneurysm Induced by Accidental Ingestion of a Foreign Body: Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) pseudoaneurysm is a very rare condition, typically associated with trauma, inflammation, and infection, and as a post-operative complication. If left untreated it can lead to serious consequences such as rupture and fatal haemorrhage.

Report

A 17 year old male presented to the emergency department with a history of intermittent progressive epigastric pain with no preceding significant symptoms of a possible cause. He was initially treated conservatively until the intensity of pain was so severe an abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan was justified. A pseudoaneurysm of the SMA was found. Full inflammatory and immunological workup was unremarkable. Repeat CT scan showed the SMA pseudoaneurysm was larger, mandating surgical interve

SUBMITTER: Al Harthy A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8819108 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature