Abstract
Mesenteric ischaemic is a life-threatening condition that occurs as a result of interrupted or reduced blood flow to the bowel. It is categorized as acute or chronic and encompasses a range of pathology and symptoms. This article looks at the presentation, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic mesenteric ischaemia, ischaemic colitis and venous infarction.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 119-127 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Surgery |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Feb 2019 |
Keywords
- Bowel infarction
- bowel ischaemia
- colonic ischaemia
- ischaemic colitis
- mesenteric angina
- mesenteric embolus
- mesenteric ischaemia