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Xu R, Tang L, Qin S, Zhang S, Wang M. Percutaneous Mechanical Thrombectomy Using the AcoStream Thrombus Aspiration System for Acute Superior Mesenteric Artery Embolism. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 106:264-272. [PMID: 38815920 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2024.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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BACKGROUND This study was performed to summarize our experience in treating acute superior mesenteric artery embolism (SMAE) by percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy (PMT). METHODS Between January 2023 and October 2023, 18 patients presenting with acute mesenteric ischemia were admitted to our center, including 11 cases of SMAE, 3 cases of superior mesenteric artery thrombosis, and 4 cases of superior mesenteric vein thrombosis. We retrospectively reviewed 8 patients (4 males and 4 females; range, 51-79 years; mean, 62.50 ± 9.67 years) who underwent treatment of acute SMAE using the AcoStream system. The patients had no obvious evidence of intestinal necrosis as shown by peritoneal puncture or computed tomography. Thrombectomy was performed on the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) using an 8F AcoStream thrombus aspiration system (Acotec, China). The demographics, risk factors, therapeutic effect, complications, mortality, and follow-up of the study population were assessed. RESULTS The technical success rate was 100%. After 1-3 passes (2.38 ± 0.92) and aspiration thrombectomy, complete thrombus removal was achieved in 7 (87.50%) patients. One patient received an adjunctive catheter-directed thrombolysis due to partial thrombus removal. Thrombolysis was conducted for 2 days, resulting in complete resolution of the thrombus. The other 7 patients did not receive adjunctive endovascular intervention due to complete thrombus removal and no residual stenosis. No distal embolization or device-related complications were noted during the procedure. After the procedure, sufficient clinical improvement was seen in 6 patients within 1-2 days. Two patients showed no significant improvement of their symptoms. Laparotomy was performed on day 1 and day 2 after thrombectomy in patients 3 and 7, respectively. Intestinal necrosis was diagnosed operatively and intestinal resection was performed. All patients were discharged 6-15 days (9.50 ± 3.07) after admission without perioperative complication or death. The mean follow-up period was 5.00 ± 3.30 months (range, 1-10 months), and the follow-up rate was 100%. During the follow-up, all patients remained symptom-free. Computed tomography angiography images showed good flow in the trunk and branches of the SMA in all patients. CONCLUSIONS PMT using the AcoStream system is a minimally invasive, safe, and effective technique for acute SMAE. Early application of PMT can achieve immediate revascularization of the SMA and have the potential advantage of avoiding laparotomy or reducing the extension of enterectomy, as it could theoretically restore intestinal perfusion in less time than open revascularization. If the symptoms do not improve after PMT, exploratory laparotomy should be scheduled as soon as possible. Further studies are necessary on this field to confirm these findings.
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- Rongwei Xu
- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital to Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, China
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- Department of Hospital Infection Control, The First Affiliated Hospital to Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital to Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital to Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital to Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, China.
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Li W, Liu M, Jin L, Feng H, Chen X, Zhang Z. Treatment outcomes in patients with acute thromboembolic occlusion of the superior mesenteric artery. J Cardiothorac Surg 2024; 19:235. [PMID: 38627835 PMCID: PMC11020894 DOI: 10.1186/s13019-024-02745-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES The goals of this study were to investigate the treatment outcomes of acute thromboembolic occlusion of the superior mesenteric artery (ATOS) and identify prognostic factors after treatment. METHODS The clinical data of 62 patients with ATOS between 2013 and 2021 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients were stratified by the treatment strategy, complications and mortality were compared in different group. RESULTS Sixty-two consecutive patients were identified with ATOS. The median patient age was 69 years (interquartile range 58-79 years). Endovascular therapy was initiated in 21 patients, and 4 patients received conservative treatment. Open surgery was performed first in the remaining 37 patients. The technical success rates of the endovascular first group and open surgery group were 90.5% and 97.3%, respectively. One patient in the conservative treatment group had progression of ischemia to extensive bowel necrosis. There was no difference in 30-day mortality between these groups. Predictors of 30-day mortality included initial neutrophil count > 12* 103/dL, age over 60 years old and history of chronic renal insufficiency. CONCLUSIONS Endovascular treatment or conservative treatment may be adopted in selected patients who do not exhibit signs and symptoms of bowel necrosis, and close monitoring for bowel necrosis is important. The increase in preoperative neutrophil count, age over 60 years old and history of chronic renal insufficiency were poor prognostic factors.
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- Wenrui Li
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100050, China.
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Watada S, Obara H, Okui J, Hosokawa K, Matsubara K, Harada H, Fujimura N, Fujii T, Shimogawara T, Kitagawa Y. Prediction of need for bowel resection in acute superior mesenteric artery occlusion: A retrospective study of 48 Japanese patients. Ann Gastroenterol Surg 2022; 7:175-181. [PMID: 36643371 PMCID: PMC9831903 DOI: 10.1002/ags3.12614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/08/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Aim This study aimed to predict cases of acute superior mesenteric artery (SMA) occlusion requiring bowel resection using occlusion site and time from symptom onset to diagnosis at five Japanese institutions. Advances in imaging, endovascular treatment, and perioperative management have improved the clinical outcomes of patients with acute SMA occlusion; however, in clinical practice it remains difficult to effectively determine patients requiring bowel resection. Methods We retrospectively analyzed the data of 48 patients (mean age: 82.5 y; male: 37.5%) diagnosed with acute SMA occlusion between June 2009 and August 2018. Background data of patients who required and did not require bowel resection were compared. A multivariable predictive model was developed using the time from symptom onset to diagnosis and whether SMA occlusion was proximal, including the origin of the middle colic artery. Results Fifteen patients (31.3%) died during the hospital stay. Atrial fibrillation (83.3%) was the most common comorbidity. The median time from symptom onset to diagnosis was 13.0 (interquartile range, 4.75-24.0) h. Laparotomy, bowel resection, and thrombus embolectomy were performed in 41 (85.4%), 26 (54.2%), and 21 (43.8%) patients, respectively. A logistic regression model achieved 78.6% sensitivity in predicting cases not requiring bowel resection. Proximal occlusion was significantly associated with the requirement for bowel resection (P = .039). Conclusion The time from symptom onset to diagnosis and occlusion site contributed to high sensitivity in determining the need for bowel resection in patients with acute SMA occlusion. Further prospective studies are warranted to investigate the clinical impact of this model.
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- Susumu Watada
- Department of SurgeryKawasaki Municipal HospitalKawasakiJapan
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- Department of SurgeryKeio University School of MedicineTokyoJapan
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- Department of SurgeryKeio University School of MedicineTokyoJapan,Department of Preventive Medicine and Public HealthKeio University School of MedicineTokyoJapan
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- Division of Vascular SurgeryTokyo Saiseikai Central HospitalTokyoJapan
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- Division of Vascular SurgeryTokyo Saiseikai Central HospitalTokyoJapan
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- Department of SurgerySaitama City HospitalSaitamaJapan
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- Department of Vascular SurgerySaisekai Yokohamashi Tobu HospitalKawasakiJapan
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- Department of SurgeryKeio University School of MedicineTokyoJapan
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Li W, Cao S, Zhang Z, Zhu R, Chen X, Liu B, Feng H. Outcome Comparison of Endovascular and Open Surgery for the Treatment of Acute Superior Mesenteric Artery Embolism: A Retrospective Study. Front Surg 2022; 9:833464. [PMID: 35360433 PMCID: PMC8963895 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.833464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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Background Few centers have adopted endovascular revascularization for the treatment of superior mesenteric artery embolism (SMAE). We sought to evaluate the efficacy of endovascular therapy for the treatment of SMAE and identify post-treatment prognostic factors. Methods The clinical data of 41 patients with acute SMA embolism between 2013 and 2021 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients with mesenteric artery thrombosis, mesenteric venous thrombosis, and who had only conservative treatment were excluded. Results Forty-one consecutive patients were identified with SMAE (median age, [range] 35–86 years). Endovascular therapy was initiated in 14 patients with no clinical evidence of bowel necrosis, with mainly mechanical thrombectomy, and technical success was achieved in 93%. Endovascular therapy had advantages in duration surgery time, blood loss, bowel rest time, ICU time, and ventilator use. There was no difference in bowel necrosis, length of necrotic bowel resected, or in-hospital mortality between the two groups. An initial white blood cell (WBC) count >15 × 103/dl and neutrophil count >13 × 103/dl were associated with an increased risk of bowel necrosis, and an initial WBC count, renal function, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA >3) and necrotic bowel >2 m were associated with increased mortality. Conclusions Endovascular treatment has altered the management of SMAE, and it may be adopted in selected patients who are not at risk for bowel necrosis. Avoidance of bowel necrosis patients and close monitoring for bowel necrosis are important.
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- Wenrui Li
- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Hou L, Wang T, Wang J, Zhao J, Yuan D. Outcomes of different acute mesenteric ischemia therapies in the last 20 years: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Vascular 2021; 30:669-680. [PMID: 34154466 DOI: 10.1177/17085381211024503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Acute mesenteric ischemia is a disease with high morbidity and mortality, and it is traditionally treated with open surgery. Endovascular therapy and hybrid techniques are alternative treatments that are also currently available. We performed a meta-analysis to evaluate the outcomes of the different treatment approaches in the last 20 years. METHODS Studies on acute mesenteric ischemia that were indexed in PubMed, Embase, and MEDLINE databases (from January 1, 2000, to April 1, 2021) were reviewed. All related retrospective observational studies and case series were included. A random-effects model was used to calculate pooled estimates, and the results were reported as proportions and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). RESULTS In our study, a total of 2369 patients (in 39 studies) underwent endovascular, open surgery, or retrograde open mesenteric stenting. The pooled mortality estimates for open surgery, endovascular therapy, and retrograde open mesenteric stenting were 40% (95% CI, 0.33-0.47; I2 = 84%), 26% (95% CI, 0.19-0.33; I2 = 33%), and 32% (95% CI, 0.21-0.44; I2 = 26%), respectively. CONCLUSIONS The mortality associated with open surgical treatment, endovascular therapy, and retrograde open mesenteric stenting tend to be similar in the last 20 years.
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- Li Hou
- West China School of Medicine, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.,Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, 12530Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Björck M, Koelemay M, Acosta S, Bastos Goncalves F, Kölbel T, Kolkman JJ, Lees T, Lefevre JH, Menyhei G, Oderich G, Kolh P, de Borst GJ, Chakfe N, Debus S, Hinchliffe R, Kakkos S, Koncar I, Sanddal Lindholt J, Vega de Ceniga M, Vermassen F, Verzini F, Geelkerken B, Gloviczki P, Huber T, Naylor R. Editor's Choice - Management of the Diseases of Mesenteric Arteries and Veins: Clinical Practice Guidelines of the European Society of Vascular Surgery (ESVS). Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2018; 53:460-510. [PMID: 28359440 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2017.01.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 348] [Impact Index Per Article: 58.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Saadi EK, Oderich G, Medronha E, Saadi RP, Saadi MP, Jaegger C. Endovascular recanalization of occluded superior mesenteric artery using retrograde access through the inferior mesenteric artery. JOURNAL OF VASCULAR SURGERY CASES INNOVATIONS AND TECHNIQUES 2017; 3:155-158. [PMID: 29349407 PMCID: PMC5764864 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvscit.2017.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2017] [Accepted: 04/23/2017] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Symptomatic occlusion of the superior mesenteric artery can be treated by open repair, hybrid procedure, or endovascular revascularization. In most cases, endovascular procedures are done by the antegrade approach. We report a case of a 67-year-old woman who presented with acute-on-chronic mesenteric ischemia successfully treated by retrograde endovascular recanalization of an occluded common hepatomesenteric trunk through the inferior mesenteric artery and arc of Riolan.
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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Baek MS, Kim JH, Song D, Ahn SJ, Suh KD, Lee KY. Two cases of Superior Mesenteric Artery Occlusion in Acute Cerebral Infarction patients with Atrial Fibrillation. JOURNAL OF NEUROCRITICAL CARE 2016. [DOI: 10.18700/jnc.160078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Zhao Y, Yin H, Yao C, Deng J, Wang M, Li Z, Chang G. Management of Acute Mesenteric Ischemia. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2016; 50:183-92. [PMID: 27036673 DOI: 10.1177/1538574416639151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: Acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) due to a sudden loss or decrease in blood perfusion to the mesentery represents a highly lethal condition. However, the optimal surgical management remains debatable and merits a more clear recommendation based on a higher level of evidence. Methods: A systematic review of articles published between 2000 and 2013 was performed. Patients were divided into endovascular treatment (ET), open surgery (OS), and hybrid technique (HT) groups. Data of patients’ demographics, procedural information, clinical outcomes including mortality, morbidity, primary patency rate, technique success, primary intestinal resection rate, and second-look laparotomy rate, and follow-up were all retrieved. Comparison between the ET and the OS groups was made using 2-sided Student t test and 2-sided χ2 test or Fisher exact test where appropriate. Results: Twenty-eight articles with a total of 1110 patients were included for the review. The ET group had lower in-hospital mortality and morbidity but similar survival rate during follow-up compared to the OS group. The primary patency rate was higher in the ET group. The overall bowel resection rate was lower in the ET group, and nearly every patient in the cohort who required second-look laparotomy required bowel resection. The HT group seemed to have the lowest mortality and acceptable second-look laparotomy rate and morbidity. Comparison between the HT group and other groups was not possible due to the limited number of cases available for review. Conclusion: Endovascular treatment may serve as a first-line therapy for select patients when there is a low suspicion for intestinal necrosis. Open surgery should be reserved for emergency conditions requiring exploratory laparotomy. Hybrid technique may be an especially effective approach for treating AMI, with low morbidity and mortality, although further studies are required comparing it to OS and ET.
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- Yang Zhao
- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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Percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy of superior mesenteric artery embolism. Radiol Oncol 2013; 47:239-43. [PMID: 24133388 PMCID: PMC3794879 DOI: 10.2478/raon-2013-0029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2012] [Accepted: 01/24/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background The present series present three consecutive cases of successful percutaneous mechanical embolectomy in acute superior mesenteric artery ischemia. Superior mesenteric artery embolism is a rare abdominal emergency that commonly leads to bowel infarction and has a very high mortality rate. Prompt recognition and treatment are crucial for successful outcome. Endovascular therapeutic approach in patients with acute SMA embolism in median portion of its stem is proposed. Case reports. Three male patients had experienced a sudden abdominal pain and acute superior mesenteric artery embolism in median portion of its stem was revealed on computed tomography angiography. No signs of intestinal infarction were present. The decision for endovascular treatment was made in concordance with the surgeons. In one patient 6 French gauge Rotarex® device was used while in others 6 French gauge Aspirex® device were used. All patients experienced sudden relief of pain after the procedure with no signs of intestinal infarction. Minor procedural complication – rupture of a smaller branch of SMA during Aspirex® treatment was successfully managed by coiling while transient paralytic ileus presented in one patient resolved spontaneously. All three patients remained symptom-free with patent superior mesenteric artery during the follow-up period. Conclusions Percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy seems to be a rapid and effective treatment of acute superior mesenteric artery embolism in median portion of its stem in absence of bowel necrosis. Follow-up of our patients showed excellent short- and long-term results.
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An unusual case of mesenteric ischemia in a patient with cardiac myxoma. Rev Port Cardiol 2013; 32:609-12. [DOI: 10.1016/j.repc.2012.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2012] [Revised: 06/02/2012] [Accepted: 11/06/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Pérez Baztarrica G, Bornancini N, Salvaggio F, Porcile R. An unusual case of mesenteric ischemia in a patient with cardiac myxoma. REVISTA PORTUGUESA DE CARDIOLOGIA (ENGLISH EDITION) 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.repce.2012.11.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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Kiely EM, Pierro A, Pierce C, Cross K, De Coppi P. Clot dissolution: a novel treatment of midgut volvulus. Pediatrics 2012; 129:e1601-4. [PMID: 22641760 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2011-2115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Midgut volvulus due to malrotation may result in loss of the small bowel. Until now, after derotation of the volvulus, pediatric surgeons do not deal with the mesenteric thrombosis, which causes continuing ischemia of the intestine. On occasion, a "second look" laparotomy is performed in the hope that some improvement in blood supply to the intestine has occurred. We describe a new combined treatment to restore intestinal perfusion based on digital massage of the superior mesenteric vessels after derotation and systemic infusion of tissue-type plasminogen activator. This new therapy has been successful in 2 neonates with severe intestinal ischemia due to volvulus.
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- Edward M Kiely
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children National Health Service Trust, London, United Kingdom
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Superior Mesenteric Artery Embolism Treated with Percutaneous Mechanical Thrombectomy. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2010; 34 Suppl 2:S67-9. [DOI: 10.1007/s00270-010-9921-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2010] [Accepted: 05/20/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Menke J, Lüthje L, Kastrup A, Larsen J. Thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation. Am J Cardiol 2010; 105:502-10. [PMID: 20152245 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2009.10.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2009] [Revised: 10/11/2009] [Accepted: 10/11/2009] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Thromboembolism is a severe complication in atrial fibrillation. This overview presents thromboembolic disease as a single entity, ranging from stroke through mesenteric ischemia to acute limb ischemia. The PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases were systematically searched for the terms "atrial fibrillation" and "thromboembolism" in reports published from January 1986 to September 2009. The information of 10 evidence-based practice guideline documents and 61 further sources was systematically extracted. In atrial fibrillation, the average annual stroke risk is increased by 2.3% (lethality 30%). The annual incidence of acute mesenteric ischemia is 0.14% (lethality 70%), and that of acute limb ischemia is 0.4% (lethality 16%). In total, approximately 80% of embolism-related deaths are from stroke and 20% from other systemic thromboembolism. The ischemic symptoms generally have an acute onset but may mimic other diseases, particularly in mesenteric ischemia. Early diagnosis and treatment can limit or even prevent tissue infarction. Guideline-recommended therapy with aspirin or warfarin reduces the thromboembolic risk. Suitable patients may optimize their warfarin therapy by self-monitoring of the international normalized ratio (INR). New oral and parenteral anticoagulants with more stable pharmacokinetics are being developed. In conclusion, atrial fibrillation predisposes to thromboembolism. If ischemic stroke or systemic thromboembolism occurs, early diagnosis and treatment can improve outcomes. The thromboembolic risks are reduced by guideline-adherent antithrombotic therapy with warfarin or aspirin. Future directions may include self-monitoring of the international normalized ratio and novel anticoagulants.
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Stamatakos M, Stefanaki C, Mastrokalos D, Arampatzi H, Safioleas P, Chatziconstantinou C, Xiromeritis C, Safioleas M. Mesenteric ischemia: still a deadly puzzle for the medical community. TOHOKU J EXP MED 2009; 216:197-204. [PMID: 18987453 DOI: 10.1620/tjem.216.197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The main goal of this article is to update etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and outcome of the various causes of mesenteric ischemia in order to elucidate its labyrinthine clinical riddle, by reviewing the current English medical literature. Mesenteric ischemia is a quite uncommon disorder, observed in the emergency department. It is a life-threatening vascular emergency that requires early diagnosis and intervention to restore mesenteric blood flow and to prevent bowel necrosis and patient death. Consequently, it is a vital diagnosis to make because of its high mortality rate and its thorny complications. The underlying causes vary, and the prognosis depends on the specific findings during clinical examination. Vague and nonspecific clinical findings and limitations of diagnostic studies make the diagnosis a significant challenge. The prognosis of acute mesenteric ischemia of any type is grave. The complications following this medical jigsaw puzzle are also severe. Patients in whom the diagnosis is missed until infarction occurs have a mortality rate of 90%. Even with good treatment, up to 50-80% of patients die. Survivors of extensive bowel resection face lifelong disability. Despite the progress in understanding the pathogenesis of mesenteric ischemia and the development of treatment modalities, the entity remains a diagnostic challenge for clinicians. Delay in diagnosis contributes to a high mortality rate. Early diagnosis and adequate treatment can improve the clinical outcome. Even if diagnostic modalities have improved since the first successful attempts to confront effectively this clinical entity, mesenteric ischemia still remains a lethal diagnostic enigma for the medical community.
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- Michael Stamatakos
- Second Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School, University of Athens, Laiko General Hospital, Athens, Greece.
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Surgical management of mesenteric occlusive disease: a contemporary review of invasive and minimally invasive techniques. Cardiol Rev 2008; 16:69-75. [PMID: 18281908 DOI: 10.1097/crd.0b013e31815f98a4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Mesenteric ischemia (MI) is caused by compromised blood flow to the arteries supplying the small and large intestine. Acute occlusive mesenteric ischemia (AMI) presents with the abrupt onset of severe abdominal pain, which if not diagnosed and treated immediately can cause bowel necrosis and prove fatal. Chronic occlusive mesenteric ischemia (CMI) is usually a longstanding process characterized by postprandial abdominal pain, progressive food intolerance, and weight loss. If untreated, CMI can lead to progressive disability and failure to thrive. This review article highlights the clinical and radiologic diagnosis of acute mesenteric ischemia and CMI and compares their treatment with surgical revascularization and the less invasive alternative of mesenteric artery angioplasty and stenting.
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Successful treatment of acute occlusion in superior mesenteric artery of an elderly man by thrombus aspiration. J Clin Gastroenterol 2007; 41:933-4. [PMID: 18090165 DOI: 10.1097/mcg.0b013e31802c2f66] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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Hsu HP, Shan YS, Hsieh YH, Sy ED, Lin PW. Impact of etiologic factors and APACHE II and POSSUM scores in management and clinical outcome of acute intestinal ischemic disorders after surgical treatment. World J Surg 2007; 30:2152-62; discussion 2163-4. [PMID: 17103101 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-005-0716-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acute intestinal ischemic disorder (AIID) is an uncommon vascular disease with high mortality. According to etiology, it can be categorized into three groups: arterial occlusive mesenteric ischemia (AOMI), mesenteric venous thrombosis (MVT), and nonocclusive mesenteric ischemia (NOMI). This study analyzes the effect of classification on surgical outcome. PATIENTS AND METHODS All AIID patients who underwent operative treatment at National Cheng Kung University Hospital between January 1989 and August 2003 were enrolled in this study. Preoperative information on these patients was compared to find predictors of outcome. RESULTS Data from 77 patients (49 men and 28 women, median age 70 years) were analyzed. The etiology was AOMI in 30 patients, MVT in 19 patients, and NOMI in 28 patients. Median age was younger in MVT (54 years) than in AOMI (70 years) or NOMI (72 years). In addition, MVT usually involved the jejunum (74%, versus 31% in AOMI and 46% in NOMI), whereas both AOMI and NOMI involved ileum and colon. The patients with AOMI had shorter duration of symptoms and higher ratio of underlying hypertension than those with MVT. The overall mortality rate was 53.2% (41/77). The day 1 and day 30 mortality were 0% and 10.5% in MVT, 16.7% and 30% in AOMI, and 42.9% and 67.9% in NOMI, respectively (P < 0.05). Both the etiology and the APACHE II scores were significant risk factors for day 30 and long-term mortality. The patients with NOMI had higher POSSUM physiologic scores than patients with MVT. The P-POSSUM regression equation can accurately predict mortality. CONCLUSIONS Patients with MVT had a more favorable prognosis, whereas those with NOMI had the worst outlook. The APACHE II and POSSUM scoring systems are useful in predicting the clinical outcome. Early diagnosis and classification of AIID patients are useful for aggressive treatment to improve the clinical outcome.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hui-Ping Hsu
- Department of Surgery, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, No. 138, Sheng-Li Road, Tainan, 70428 Taiwan
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Acosta-Merida MA, Marchena-Gomez J, Hemmersbach-Miller M, Roque-Castellano C, Hernandez-Romero JM. Identification of risk factors for perioperative mortality in acute mesenteric ischemia. World J Surg 2006; 30:1579-85. [PMID: 16865320 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-005-0560-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Acute intestinal ischemia is in most cases a lethal condition with a low survival rate. Risk factors of perioperative mortality are poorly defined. The aim of this study was to define risk factors that predict an adverse outcome of acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI). METHODS A total of 132 consecutive patients (73 men, 59 women), mean+/-SD age 71.96+/-13.64 years, who underwent surgery because of AMI in a university tertiary care center were evaluated over a period of 10 years. Clinical features, laboratory findings, etiologic factors, and surgical procedures were recorded and assessed as possible risk factors for perioperative mortality. RESULTS Of 132 patients, 86 (65.2%) died during the perioperative period as a direct result of AMI. Significant univariate predictors of perioperative mortality were age (P=0.01), cardiopathy (P=0.002), digoxin intake (P=0.015), shock (P=0.01), urea plasma level (P<0.001), creatinine (P<0.001), potassium (P=0.042), low pH (P=0.015) and bicarbonate (P=0.035); hemoglobin>or=2.48 mmol/L (P=0.035); time delay to surgery (P=0.023); colonic involvement (P<0.001); small and large bowel involvement (P<0.001); arterial versus venous ischemia (P=0.007); and intestinal resection (P<0.001). In the multivariate analysis, the variables previous cardiac illness (P=0.045), urea plasma levels (P<0.001), and small and large bowel involvement were identified as independent risk factors of perioperative mortality. Intestinal resection (P<0.001) was a favorable predictor. CONCLUSIONS Age, time delay to surgery, shock, and acidosis significantly increase the risk of mortality due to AMI, whereas intestinal resection has a protective effect. However, only previous cardiac illness, acute renal failure, and large bowel ischemia have a negative effect as independent risk factors of mortality of AMI.
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