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Pu Y, Luo Y. Multi-modal imaging for the diagnosis of spontaneous visceral artery dissection: A case report. World J Gastrointest Surg 2024; 16:1430-1435. [PMID: 38817294 PMCID: PMC11135292 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v16.i5.1430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Spontaneous visceral artery dissection (SVAD) is a rare condition that affects the visceral arteries, such as the celiac, superior mesenteric, and inferior mesenteric arteries, without involving the aorta. Organ ischemia or hemorrhage from vessel rupture can occur in SVAD; therefore, prompt detection and management is essential. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) has been used to diagnose most of the previous cases, but few studies have explored the potential of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) for early detection of this disease. CASE SUMMARY A 53-year-old male presented with complaints of poor appetite and abnormal liver function for the past 6 months. He had previously undergone transabdominal splenectomy, esophagogastric devascularization, and cholecystectomy for gallstones and severe portal hypertension. Liver ultrasound was performed in our department to assess liver status. An abnormal hepatic artery spectrum was observed, and dissection involving both the celiac artery and the common hepatic artery was observed. A CEUS was then performed and clearly showed the entry site of the intimal tear and the false lumen, and dissection was subsequently confirmed by CECT. The patient was asymptomatic; therefore, treatment to control the blood pressure was provided, and follow-up was recommended. After 6 months of follow-up, the celiac artery was found to be dilated with an adherent thrombus visible in the wall, and the common hepatic artery was occluded with the presence of collateralization. Despite these findings, no significant changes in liver function were observed. CONCLUSION Multi-modal imaging is effective in diagnosing SVAD, and conservative treatment is a choice for asymptomatic patients.
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- Yang Pu
- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Medical Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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Gonzalez-Urquijo M, Vargas JF, Marine L, Mertens N, Valdes F, Bergoeing M, Mertens R. Management of Spontaneous Isolated Celiac Artery Dissection. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 102:1-8. [PMID: 38307228 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2023.11.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
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BACKGROUND Spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection (SICAD) is uncommon, with very few series reported in the literature. The present study aims to describe the clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes of patients with SICAD treated at a single Chilean institution over 20 years. METHODS A retrospective review of all patients from a single academic hospital with SICAD diagnosed between January 2003 and March 2023 was performed. Conservative treatment included antiplatelets, anticoagulation, or both. The normal size of a celiac artery in our population was 7.9 ± 0.79 mm in females and 8.3 ± 1.08 mm in males. We defined a celiac artery with a diameter equal to or more than 12.5 mm as an aneurysmal celiac artery. RESULTS The cohort included 27 patients; 77.8% (n = 21) were males. The median age was 51.0 years (range: 38-84 years). Fourteen (51.8%) patients presented with aneurysmal dilatation. Fourteen (51.8%) patients were treated with antiplatelets, 6 (22.2%) patients with anticoagulation, and 7 (25.9%) with anticoagulation and antiplatelets. One patient was treated with endovascular therapy due to a pseudoaneurysm of the celiac artery detected 10 days after conservative treatment with antiplatelets. The median length of hospital stay was 5 days (range: 2-14 days). Complete remodeling was seen in 6 (22.2%) patients, partial remodeling in 10 (37.0%) patients, and no change was seen in 8 (26.9%) patients. Three (11.5%) patients were lost to follow-up. There were no significant differences between treatments and remodeling outcomes (P = 0.729). The median celiac artery diameter of patients with aneurysmal dilatation was 13.5 mm (range: 12.5-20.5 mm). Systemic arterial hypertension was found more commonly in patients who presented with aneurysmal dilatation than in patients without (87.5% vs. 12.5%, respectively, P = 0.016). Mean follow-up was 41.5 months and median follow-up was 16 months (range: 6-204 months). CONCLUSIONS Most patients with SICAD can be treated conservatively with excellent outcomes. Hypertension was more commonly found in patients with SICAD and aneurysmal dilatation.
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- Mauricio Gonzalez-Urquijo
- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Radiología, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Cirugía Vascular y Endovascular, Escuela de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Santiago, Chile.
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Frey V, Engelberger RP, Psathas E. Case report: Isolated dissection of the left gastric artery: an unusual cause of acute abdominal pain. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1240853. [PMID: 37655216 PMCID: PMC10466798 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1240853] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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Spontaneous and isolated dissection of the left gastric artery is a rare occurrence, with only a handful of cases reported in the medical literature. Clinical presentation may mimic more common intra-abdominal pathologies; however, it is imperative to identify this condition promptly due to its potential serious consequences. This underscores the importance of maintaining a high level of clinical suspicion and including this pathology in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with acute abdominal symptoms. Hence, this case report aims to increase awareness among clinicians about the importance of identifying and treating this rare condition promptly. A 69-year-old female experienced severe epigastric pain while attending a yoga class, prompting her admission to the emergency department 24 h later due to the persistence of her symptoms. Following imaging work-up utilizing computed tomography angiography (CTA), she was diagnosed with a dissection of the left gastric artery. Notably, there was no associated aneurysm or any evidence of ischemia in the esophageal or gastric wall. Conservative management, including low-dose aspirin and blood pressure control, was implemented. After 6 months of follow-up, CTA demonstrated expansion of the true lumen and the absence of secondary aneurysm formation, leading to discontinuation of aspirin. The management of spontaneous dissection of visceral arteries is primarily determined by the presence of complications and organ ischemia. In the case of uncomplicated visceral artery dissections, first-line treatment comprises surveillance and antiaggregation. Nevertheless, the optimal duration of antiplatelet therapy and the necessity for long-term follow-up remain unclear. Endovascular or surgical interventions should be reserved for patients exhibiting deteriorating symptoms or complications, and the decision to pursue these interventions should be made on a case-by-case basis.
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- V. Frey
- Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology Unit, HFR Fribourg – Cantonal Hospital, Fribourg, Switzerland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology Unit, HFR Fribourg – Cantonal Hospital, Fribourg, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Vascular Surgery Unit, HFR Fribourg – Cantonal Hospital, Fribourg, Switzerland
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Mei J, Jia Z. Isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection: An updated review of the literature. J Interv Med 2023; 6:69-73. [PMID: 37409060 PMCID: PMC10318323 DOI: 10.1016/j.jimed.2023.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023] Open
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Isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection (ISMAD) is a rare but potentially life-threatening cause of acute abdominal pain. Owing to the availability of computed tomography angiography, more cases have been detected during screening for acute abdomen in recent years. With increasing knowledge of ISMAD, a better management strategy is being developed. To enhance our understanding and improve treatment outcomes of ISMAD, a systematic literature review was conducted with a focus on diagnosis and management strategies based on existing evidence.
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Risk factor analysis and treatment outcome of patients with spontaneous isolated celiac axis or superior mesenteric artery dissection. J Vasc Surg 2023; 77:150-157. [PMID: 36087832 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2022.08.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/30/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Spontaneous isolated mesenteric artery (celiac axis or superior mesenteric artery [SMA]) dissection (IMAD) is a rare clinical entity. The aim of the present study was to examine the patient demographics, comorbidities, clinical and radiologic features, management, and prognosis and to identify the risk factors predictive of symptoms. METHODS We performed a single-center, retrospective review from November 2005 to November 2021 of prospectively collected data from patients with a diagnosis of IMAD. The clinical data and radiologic images were reviewed, and statistical analysis was performed to compare the symptomatic and asymptomatic groups. RESULTS A total of 78 patients were identified. Of the 78 patients, 24 (31%) had had celiac dissections, 51 (65%) had had SMA dissections, and 3 (4%) had had both celiac and SMA dissections. The mean age was 57.7 years (range, 36-84 years), with a male predominance (86%). More than one half (55%) of the patients had had hypertension. In addition, 29 patients (37%) were symptomatic, and 24 (31%) had been admitted to the hospital. The symptomatic patients with celiac axis dissections were more likely to have thrombosis (P = .02), significant stenosis (P = .01) or branch extension (P = .02). The symptomatic patients with SMA dissections were more likely to have a smaller artery diameter (P = .07), a longer dissection length (P = .05), thrombosis (P < .001), significant stenosis (P < .001), or branch extension (P = .003). The symptomatic patients were more likely to have been treated with antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy (P < .001). Only three patients had undergone an intervention. Seven patients (9%) had died of unrelated causes. The Kaplan-Meier survival analysis showed a 5-year survival rate of 96% and 10-year survival rate of 91%. CONCLUSIONS IMAD is an uncommon disease entity with a risk of visceral ischemia. Nonetheless, most of these patients can be treated conservatively with medication, with only a small minority requiring emergency surgery.
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Zhang Y, Zhou JY, Liu J, Bai C. Diagnosis of spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection with ultrasound: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2022; 10:5717-5722. [PMID: 35979106 PMCID: PMC9258376 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v10.i17.5717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection (SISMAD) is a rare disease that originates from the superior mesenteric artery, without the presence of aortic and other arterial dissections. Most cases are diagnosed using contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT), whereas the application of ultrasound is less common.
CASE SUMMARY Here, we report a case of SISMAD with sudden epigastric pain that worsened as the main symptom after eating. The patient had a long history of hypertension with unknown blood pressure control but no history of smoking or alcohol consumption. This case was initially diagnosed using ultrasound and the results were later confirmed by CECT. After admission, the patient fasted, followed by parenteral nutrition support and fluid supplementation to maintain electrolyte and acid–base balance. Metoprolol succinate sustained-release tablets and aspirin were given as nonoperative treatments. After 1 wk, the symptoms improved, and the patient was discharged. During telephone follow-up, the patient did not develop similar symptoms.
CONCLUSION Whether ultrasound can be used as a routine and noninvasive imaging method for the diagnosis of SISMAD needs further exploration.
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- Yi Zhang
- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu 610599, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu 610599, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu 610599, Sichuan Province, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu 610599, Sichuan Province, China
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Xu Y, Bu W, Han X, Shen Y, Wu J, Chen G. Current status of spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection. Vascular 2022:17085381221087812. [PMID: 35440251 DOI: 10.1177/17085381221087812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to evaluate the current status of spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection (SICAD). METHODS The English-language literature published in various databases before December 2020 was reviewed. All case reports and series were included. If multiple reports came from the same hospital and covered the same period, only the most recent report was considered. The clinical characteristics, imaging features, and treatment outcome were analyzed. RESULTS The study enrolled 88 English language publications between January 1959 and December 2020, including 70 case reports, two case series, and 16 clinical studies. Overall, 316 cases of SICAD were reported in the studies, including 268 men and 44 women (unavailable for 4, men: women ratio: 6:1, p < 0.05). The median age was 50.5 years (range: 6-72) in men and 53.9 years (range: 41-67) in women. Most patients (83.54%, 264/316) complained about stomach pain, primarily in the epigastric region (38.61%, 122/316). The misdiagnosis rate in this study was 3.16% (10/316). The most commonly used imaging modality was computed tomography angiography (CTA), with 97.47% (308/316) cases reporting its use in diagnosis and/or management. The rate of symptom improvement with Conservative Management, with or without antithrombotic agents, was 92.45% (98/106) and 96.58% (141/146), respectively. The rate of symptom improvement after surgical recanalization was 100% (13/13). Moreover, endovascular management resulted in a 100% (50/50) symptom improvement rate. CONCLUSION Conservative management is the first-line treatment for SICAD. The surgical or endovascular intervention had a high technical success rate, suggesting that it should be reserved for patients who have failed conservative treatment.
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- Yingjiang Xu
- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, 74705Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiography, Yantai Qishan Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, 74705Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, 74705Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, 74705Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, 74705Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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Comparison of Superior Mesenteric Artery Remodeling and Clinical Outcomes between Conservative or Endovascular Treatment in Spontaneous Isolated Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11020465. [PMID: 35054159 PMCID: PMC8777763 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11020465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 01/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to analyze the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) remodeling after initial conservative or endovascular treatment with a standardized definition and midterm outcomes in patients with spontaneous isolated dissection of the superior mesenteric artery (SIDSMA). This retrospective study enrolled patients with SIDSMA from January 2007 to August 2019. All patients were treated initially with conservative treatment. If they failed the medical treatment, they were converted to interventional treatment. The morphological endpoint was determined by the standardized SMA remodeling, and the clinical endpoints were determined by the in-hospital mortality, hospital stay, and the bowel-related mid-term mortality. A total of 34 consecutive patients with SIDSMA were identified. Twenty-three (67.6%) and eleven (33.4%) patients underwent conservative and interventional treatments, respectively. Clinical features and morphologic changes on CTA were available in 25 (73.5%) patients during the median follow-up of 23.3 months. Standardized SMA remodeling was significantly (p < 0.05) better in patients undergoing endovascular stenting, especially in patients with Yun's IIb classification. There was no mesenteric ischemia or SMA aneurysm during follow-up period. Patients with SIDSMA can be treated safely with initial conservative treatment. However, significant portions of patients will require endovascular intervention due to the persistent symptoms. Clinically endovascular stenting could be performed successfully, and SMA remodeling was satisfactory during the mid-term follow-up.
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Zhang N, Shao C, Pan Y, Xiong G, Wang J, Liu Z, Chen B. Multiple Spontaneous Visceral Arterial Dissections in a Patient With Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome on Corticosteroid Therapy. Ann Vasc Surg 2021; 74:523.e1-523.e7. [PMID: 33838239 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.01.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Revised: 01/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Multiple spontaneous visceral arterial dissections are an infrequent occurrence. The etiology, risk factors and natural history of these dissections have not been elucidated, and the optimal therapeutic strategy has not been established. We report a rare case of multiple spontaneous visceral arterial dissections involving the celiac artery, splenic artery, superior mesenteric artery, and right renal artery in a patient with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome on short-term corticosteroid therapy. The patient was subjected to conservative treatment and endovascular repair, achieving good clinical and radiological outcomes during the long-term follow-up period.
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- Naiding Zhang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Science and Research, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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Acosta S, Gonçalves FB. Management of Spontaneous Isolated Mesenteric Artery Dissection: A Systematic Review. Scand J Surg 2021; 110:130-138. [PMID: 33724090 PMCID: PMC8258720 DOI: 10.1177/14574969211000546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Background and Aims: There are increasing reports on case series on spontaneous isolated mesenteric artery dissection, that is, dissections of the superior mesenteric artery and celiac artery, mainly due to improved diagnostic capacity of high-resolution computed tomography angiography performed around the clock. A few case–control studies are now available, while randomized controlled trials are awaited. Material and Methods: The present systematic review based on 97 original studies offers a comprehensive overview on risk factors, management, conservative therapy, morphological modeling of dissection, and prognosis. Results and Conclusions: Male gender, hypertension, and smoking are risk factors for isolated mesenteric artery dissection, while the frequency of diabetes mellitus is reported to be low. Large aortomesenteric angle has also been considered to be a factor for superior mesenteric artery dissection. The overwhelming majority of patients can be conservatively treated without the need of endovascular or open operations. Conservative therapy consists of blood pressure lowering therapy, analgesics, and initial bowel rest, whereas there is no support for antithrombotic agents. Complete remodeling of the dissection after conservative therapy was found in 43% at mid-term follow-up. One absolute indication for surgery and endovascular stenting of the superior mesenteric artery is development of peritonitis due to bowel infarction, which occurs in 2.1% of superior mesenteric artery dissections and none in celiac artery dissections. The most documented end-organ infarction in celiac artery dissections is splenic infarctions, which occurs in 11.2%, and is a condition that should be treated conservatively. The frequency of ruptured pseudoaneurysm in the superior mesenteric artery and celiac artery dissection is very rare, 0.4%, and none of these patients were in shock at presentation. Endovascular therapy with covered stents should be considered in these patients.
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- S Acosta
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden.,Vascular Center, Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden
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- Department of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central and NOVA Medical School, Lisboa, Portugal
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Sekar N, Ponnuswamy I. Idiopathic large-vessel vasculitis presenting as acute abdomen and mesenteric ischemia. INDIAN JOURNAL OF VASCULAR AND ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/ijves.ijves_172_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Henkin S, Wysokinski WE, Tweet M, Shamoun F, Naidu S, Sutkowska K, Bator K, Shields R, Greene E, Keller S, Hodge D, McBane R. Spontaneous visceral artery dissections in otherwise normal arteries: Clinical features, management, and outcomes compared with fibromuscular dysplasia. J Vasc Surg 2020; 73:516-523.e2. [PMID: 32623103 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2020.05.068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 05/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Visceral artery dissection with otherwise normal-appearing arteries (VADNA), diagnosed on imaging and suggestive of segmental arterial mediolysis, is a poorly understood disease entity. Study objectives were to define the clinical features, management, and outcomes of patients with VADNA compared with patients with fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD). METHODS In this single-center retrospective cohort study, consecutive patients with a diagnosis of VADNA or FMD evaluated in the Mayo Clinic Gonda Vascular Center (January 1, 2000-April 1, 2017) were identified. Patient demographics, symptom presentation, management, composite adverse arterial events (recurrent arterial dissection, stroke or transient ischemic attack, myocardial infarction, mesenteric or renal infarction, or need for revascularization), and overall survival were compared between VADNA and FMD patients. RESULTS There were 103 VADNA patients (age [mean ± standard deviation], 51.7 ± 11.0 years; 27.9% female) and 248 FMD controls (49.8 ± 8.9 years; 81.8% female) identified. The most common symptom for VADNA patients was abdominal or flank pain (80.6%). For FMD, chest pain, headache, and dizziness were more frequent presenting complaints. The median follow-up was longer for VADNA patients (42 months; interquartile range, 9-76 months) compared with FMD patients (19 months; interquartile range, 0.6-52 months; P < .001). During this time interval, there were twofold more composite arterial events in the VADNA group compared with the FMD group (17% vs 8.1%; P = .01). This difference was primarily driven by recurrent dissections. All-cause mortality was low and similar for both groups (3.8% vs 0.4%; P = .10). CONCLUSIONS VADNA patients carry a higher risk of recurrent arterial events compared with those with FMD. This difference was primarily driven by recurrent dissections.
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- Stanislav Henkin
- Cardiovascular Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
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- Gonda Vascular Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn; Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, Ariz
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- Gonda Vascular Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Gonda Vascular Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn; Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Nephrology and Hypertension Division, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Gonda Vascular Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn; Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla
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- Gonda Vascular Center, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn; Cardiovascular Department, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.
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Ramirez LM, Casillas S, Berjaoui H, Varon J, Surani S. Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection After Lumbar Puncture. Cureus 2020; 12:e7507. [PMID: 32373410 PMCID: PMC7195201 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.7507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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We hereby present a case of iatrogenic dissection of the superior mesenteric artery dissection in a 63-year-old female undergoing a lumbar puncture (LP). She presented with severe diffused abdominal pain accompanied by lower back pain, nausea and vomiting a few hours after undergoing an LP due to ongoing headaches. Abdominal CT showed evidence of hemoperitoneum. She was then transferred to another facility and while in route received one unit of packed red blood cellsdue to drop in hemoglobin levels from 15 to 11 gm/dl. Physicians should consider the possibility of arterial variations and the level at which spinal tap is performed during interventions. Acute abdominal pain is a significant, common complaint that should be appropriately investigated.
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- Luz M Ramirez
- Pulmonology and Critical Care, Benemerita Universidad Autonoma De Puebla, Puebla, MEX
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- Medicine, Dorrington Medical Associates, Houston, USA.,Medicine, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, LBN
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- Critical Care, United General Hospital, Houston, USA.,Critical Care, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Texas A&M Health Science Center, Bryan, USA.,Internal Medicine, Corpus Christi Medical Center, Corpus Christi, USA.,Internal Medicine, University of North Texas, Dallas, USA
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Kim H, Labropoulos N. The role of aortomesenteric angle in occurrence of spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection. INT ANGIOL 2020; 39:125-130. [PMID: 32052950 DOI: 10.23736/s0392-9590.20.04314-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study investigated whether anatomical factors affect the occurrence of SISMAD by measuring the aortomesenteric angle (AMA). METHODS The study population is comprised of 3 distinct population; Korean SISMAD patients, two control groups from a medical checkup database of 4997 Korean and 317 Caucasian patients from 2011 to 2016. The patient group (PG) included 26 symptomatic patients and 19 Korean diagnosed with SISMAD during medical checkup. The control group was selected based on propensity score similarities calculated by using the following covariates: sex, age, body mass index, drinking, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, and cancer. We compared PG with equal numbers of two control groups comprised of Koreans (KG) and Caucasians (FG), respectively. RESULTS The mean (SD) AMA was 74.9o (17.5) (range, 45.9-110.9o) in the PG, 56.8o (19.5 (range, 10.2o -91.9o) in the FG, and 62.4o (19.1) (range, 25.4-110.8o) in the KG. A significant difference was observed between PG and the two control groups (P<0.001). The AMA in the FG was significantly more acute than the AMA in Korean patients including those in the PG and KG (P=0.001). CONCLUSIONS Large AMA is considered to be an important etiologic factor in SISMAD.
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- Hyangkyoung Kim
- Division of Vascular and Transplantation Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Stony Brook University Medical Center, New York, NY, USA -
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Xu Y, Wu J, Gao X, Li Y, Zheng H, Shang D. Management Strategy Based on Disease Stages for Patients with Symptomatic Isolated Mesenteric Artery Dissection. Ann Vasc Surg 2019; 64:276-284. [PMID: 31634597 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.09.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2019] [Revised: 09/03/2019] [Accepted: 09/20/2019] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND An optimal treatment regimen is sought for symptomatic isolated mesenteric artery dissection (IMAD) on the basis of its clinical staging. METHODS From January 2011 to December 2018, 120 patients with symptomatic IMAD from two institutions were collected retrospectively. We reviewed the clinical features, risk factors, computed tomography (CT) images, treatment modalities, and follow-up results to propose a new management strategy based on the clinical stages of the disease. RESULTS A total of 120 patients were collected in this study; 77 patients (69 men, 8 women; median age, 52.53 years; range, 39-73 years) who had undergone successful conservative management with antithrombotic agents were included in group A. The remaining 43 patients (34 men, 9 women; median age, 52.63 years; range, 26-66 years) who underwent invasive therapy were included in group B. Significant differences were observed between the two groups with respect to dissection length (50.72 ± 27.72 mm vs. 62 ± 24.3 mm; P = 0.02), true lumen residual diameter (3.31 ± 1.05 mm vs. 2.83 ± 2.05 mm; P = 0.01), and branch involvement (8 and 19, respectively; P < 0.001). Success was achieved in 76.24% (77/101) of patients treated by conservative management with antithrombotic agents in the acute stage; 43 patients underwent invasive interventional therapy in different stages of symptomatic IMAD. In group A, 6 patients had recurrent abdominal pain, three of whom underwent invasive intervention, and the remaining patients improved after conservative treatment. Positive remodeling was observed in 80.33% (49/61) of patients treated with conservative management alone versus 19.67% (12/61) of patients who experienced negative remodeling. Endovascular intervention in group B, CT angiography, or mesenteric angiography yielded complete remodeling in 23 (76.67%, 23/30) patients and evidence of stent restenosis in 7 (23.33%, 7/30) patients. Among the surgical patients, 7 patients showed improvement in the luminal diameter. However, 3 patients with short bowel syndrome require long-term parenteral nutrition. CONCLUSIONS Conservative management with antithrombotic agents should be a first-line regimen for symptomatic IMAD in the acute stage. If symptoms persist, endovascular intervention is a safe and feasible treatment in the subacute or chronic stage. When peritonitis is present, surgical treatment should be promptly performed, regardless of the disease stage.
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- Yingjiang Xu
- Key Laboratory of Metabolism and Molecular Medicine, The Ministry of Education, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Fudan University Shanghai Medical College, Shanghai, China; Department of Interventional Vascular Surgery, Binzhou Medical College Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Radiology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery, Binzhou Medical College Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.
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Combination of Colour Duplex and Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound as an Alternative to Computed Tomography Angiography in Isolated Mesenteric Artery Dissection Surveillance. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2019; 58:884-889. [PMID: 31607680 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2019.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2019] [Revised: 06/19/2019] [Accepted: 07/13/2019] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The aim was to investigate the effectiveness of colour duplex ultrasound (CDU) plus contrast enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) vs. computed tomography angiography (CTA) for surveillance in patients with isolated mesenteric artery dissection (IMAD). METHODS Patients who underwent CDU, CEUS, and CTA for surveillance of IMAD between January 2012 and May 2019 were included in the study. The accuracy of CDU, CEUS, and CTA for determining the morphological characteristics of IMAD was analysed. RESULTS A total of 42 patients undergoing 76 total imaging examinations during follow up were included. Both CTA and CDU plus CEUS demonstrated the thrombosed false lumen for 28 (36.8%) examinations and the dissecting aneurysm for 20 (26.3%) examinations (both κ = 1.0). The diameter of the dissecting aneurysm was 5.03 ± 1.25 mm using CDU and CEUS vs. 5.27 ± 1.23 mm on CTA (coefficient of consistency, 0.997; p < .001). The entry points were visualised by CDU and CEUS for 20 (26.3%) examinations and by CTA for 14 (18.4%) examinations (κ = 0.769); no re-entry points were visualised by CDU and CEUS for any examinations but re-entry points were visualised by CTA for two (2.6%) examinations. The minimum inner diameter was 2.80 ± 1.30 mm on CDU and CEUS vs. 2.52 ± 1.29 mm on CTA (coefficient of consistency, 0.999; p < .001). The peak systolic velocities were 128.2 ± 13.0 cm/s at diagnosis and 98.7 ± 4.9 cm/s after one month (p < .001). CONCLUSIONS The combination of CDU and CEUS can be used in place of CTA for the surveillance of IMAD.
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Jia Z, Chen W, Su H, Shi H, Xu Q, Ni G, Qi C, Gu J. Factors Associated with Failed Conservative Management in Symptomatic Isolated Mesenteric Artery Dissection. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2019; 58:393-399. [PMID: 31331723 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2019.03.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2018] [Revised: 02/19/2019] [Accepted: 03/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to assess factors associated with conservative management failure in patients with symptomatic isolated mesenteric artery dissection. METHODS Patients with symptomatic isolated mesenteric artery dissection who underwent conservative therapy as first line treatment between February 2010 and May 2018 were included in this retrospective study. Conservative management failure was defined as the persistence or aggravation of symptoms and signs, increasing aneurysmal dilation, or new appearance of a dissecting aneurysm after conservative management. Univariable and multivariable analyses were performed to identify risk factors for failure of conservative management. RESULTS A total of 123 patients (115 men, 8 women, mean age, 53.7 ± 6.1 years) were included in this study. Conservative management was successful in 89 (72.4%) patients but failed in the remaining 34 (27.6%) patients. Of the 89 for whom conservative management was successful, all of the symptoms were eliminated (n = 81) or relieved (n = 8) within 3.8 ± 0.7 days after conservative management. All of the 34 patients in whom conservative management failed underwent successful endovascular stenting. Failure of conservative management was associated with type II IMADs as defined by the Sakamoto classification (meaning that there is an entry tear, but no re-entry, and still no thrombosis of false lumen, odds ratio: 33.76; 95% confidence interval 8.65-131.85; p < .001) and with ≥90% luminal stenosis (odds ratio 40.70; 95% confidence interval: 3.76-440.07; p < .01). CONCLUSIONS Conservative management can be used successfully in most patients with symptomatic isolated mesenteric artery dissection. Risk factors for failed conservative treatment were type II IMADs and degree of luminal stenosis ≥90%.
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- Zhongzhi Jia
- Department of Interventional and Vascular Surgery, The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Wujin Hospital Affiliated to Jiangsu University, Changzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Medical Research Centre, The Affiliated Changzhou No. 2 People's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou, China.
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
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D'Souza K, Bleszynski MS, Hawes HG. Rare constellation of abdominal vascular injuries in blunt trauma: Left gastric artery pseudoaneurysms and dissection. Int J Surg Case Rep 2019; 60:30-33. [PMID: 31200211 PMCID: PMC6563334 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2019.05.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2019] [Revised: 05/01/2019] [Accepted: 05/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Traumatic visceral artery pseudoaneurysms and dissections are typically secondary to penetrating trauma involving splenic or hepatic vessels. Solitary left gastric pseudoaneurysm and dissection in blunt trauma are rare, and best recognized using multi-detector multiphase CTA. Pseudoaneurysms measuring less than 2.0 cm without symptoms of persistent abdominal pain or peritoneal signs can be managed conservatively. Conservative management involves close observation, treatment with antithrombotic agents, and optimization of medical comorbidities.
Introduction Abdominal visceral artery pseudoaneurysms and dissections in blunt trauma are uncommon, however, solitary vascular injury of the left gastric artery and development of multifocal dissections are extremely rare with only 5 reported cases in the literature. Presentation of case A 79-year-old male presents two days after a motor boating incident in profound hemorrhagic shock. Subsequent CT imaging revealed moderate hemoperitoneum, two pseudoaneurysms of the left gastric artery measuring 6 mm and 9 mm, as well as attenuation of the artery in keeping with a focal dissection and intramural thrombus, and no active extravasation. After stabilization with blood product resuscitation, he was managed conservatively with administration of ASA and close monitoring. Conclusion Abdominal visceral artery vascular injuries in blunt trauma can be managed safely with close monitoring, antithrombotic agent, and medical co-morbidity optimization. Instability or worsening/ persistent symptoms should be considered for endovascular treatment or surgical ligation Further research and reporting of management approaches are required.
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- Karan D'Souza
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of British Columbia, 855 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1M9, Canada.
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1M9, Canada
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- Department of Trauma, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1M9, Canada
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Huang CY, Sun JT, Lien WC. Early Detection of Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection by Ultrasound: Two Case Reports. J Med Ultrasound 2019; 27:47-49. [PMID: 31031536 PMCID: PMC6445036 DOI: 10.4103/jmu.jmu_81_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2018] [Accepted: 09/06/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) dissection is a rare disease. Most of the cases are diagnosed through contrast-enhanced computed tomography. The use of emergent bedside ultrasound has been described to diagnose aortic dissection. However, evidence is limited regarding the use of bedside ultrasound for diagnosing SMA dissection, which is a known risk factor for aortic dissection. We present two case reports: one case of isolated SMA dissection and one case of SMA dissection complicated with aortic dissection. Both cases were initially diagnosed through bedside ultrasound and confirmed through contrast-enhanced computed tomography.
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- Chun-Yen Huang
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, National Taiwan University and National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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Clinical and CT Angiographic Follow-Up Outcome of Spontaneous Isolated Intramural Hematoma of the Superior Mesenteric Artery. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 2019; 42:1088-1094. [PMID: 30949761 DOI: 10.1007/s00270-019-02212-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2018] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical course and vascular remodeling of spontaneous isolated intramural hematoma of the superior mesenteric artery (SIHSMA) after treatment. METHODS In this retrospective study, 24 consecutive patients with SIHSMA admitted from January 2009 through December 2016 were included in this study. The clinical characteristics, type and location of the dissection, clinical outcome and vascular remodeling were analyzed retrospectively. RESULTS The subjects included 21 men and three women, with a mean age of 50.58 years. The chief complaint was abdominal pain in all patients. The mean follow-up was 10.08 months. Among the 24 patients examined, two patients (8.33%) showed no obvious changes in the CT. Twenty patients were treated by conservative strategy. One case underwent exploratory laparotomy along with embolectomy and arteriotomy. Another three cases received angioplasty and stent implanting. Complete and partial remodeling was observed in 15 (62.5%) and four patients (16.67%). Three (12.5%) of the lesions had dissection remodeling and aneurysm change. CONCLUSIONS SIHSMA represented variable vascular remodeling, while most of the patient got a complete resolution during follow-up, and its clinical course was benign in this study. Vast majority of patients can be managed conservatively when there are no signs indicating organ ischemia.
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Wang J, He Y, Zhao J, Yuan D, Xu H, Ma Y, Huang B, Yang Y, Bian H, Wang Z. Systematic review and meta-analysis of current evidence in spontaneous isolated celiac and superior mesenteric artery dissection. J Vasc Surg 2018; 68:1228-1240.e9. [PMID: 30126785 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2018.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2018] [Accepted: 05/10/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection (SICAD) and spontaneous isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection (SISMAD) represent the major types of spontaneous visceral artery dissection. However, no quantitative meta-analysis of SICAD and SISMAD is available. The aim of our study was to pool current evidence concerning basic profiles, treatment strategies, long-term adverse events, and morphologic changes of lesioned vessels in SICAD and SISMAD patients. METHODS We searched the MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, and Cochrane Databases (January 1, 1946-September 21, 2017) for studies of SICAD and SISMAD. Related cohort studies or case series with sample size larger than 10 were included. Two reviewers independently extracted and summarized the data. A random-effects model was used to calculate pooled estimates. RESULTS In total, 43 studies were included. An estimated 8% (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.01-0.21) symptomatic SICAD and 12% (95% CI, 0.06-0.19) symptomatic SISMAD patients with initial conservative management required secondary intervention during follow-up, whereas none of the asymptomatic patients treated conservatively required secondary intervention. As for morphologic changes during follow-up, a higher proportion of SICAD patients (64%; 95% CI, 0.47-0.80) achieved complete remodeling compared with SISMAD patients (25%; 95% CI, 0.19-0.32), and an estimated 6% (95% CI, 0.00-0.16) of SICAD and 12% (95% CI, 0.05-0.20) of SISMAD patients had morphologic progression. Overall, the pooled estimate of long-term all-cause mortality was 0% (95% CI, 0.00-0.03) in SICAD and 1% (95% CI, 0.00-0.02) in SISMAD. When stratified by symptoms, symptomatic patients were associated with a significantly increased probability of accomplishing complete remodeling (odds ratio, 3.95; 95% CI, 1.31-11.85) compared with asymptomatic patients. CONCLUSIONS Initial conservative treatment is safe for asymptomatic SICAD or SISMAD patients. Symptomatic patients managed conservatively have relatively high occurrence of late secondary intervention, which may require closer surveillance, especially in SISMAD because of a lower rate of remodeling.
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- Jiarong Wang
- West China School of Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China; Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- West China School of Medicine, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China; Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine, Western General Hospital, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Yale University, New Haven, Conn; Department of Statistics, West China School of Public Health, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Statistics, Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Natural history of spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection after conservative treatment. J Vasc Surg 2018; 68:55-63. [PMID: 29398311 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2017.10.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 10/21/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Optimal treatment of spontaneous isolated celiac artery dissection (SICAD) is not well established because the natural history of this rare disease is poorly understood. We analyzed the natural history of patients who underwent conservative treatment. METHODS The study included 28 patients with SICAD from December 2008 to January 2017. Our institutional policy of first-line treatment for SICAD patients was conservative, and invasive procedures were reserved for unstable complications such as severe persistent pain, significant organ malperfusion, rapid aneurysmal change, and rupture or concealed rupture. Demographics, clinical features, morphologic characteristics on computed tomography, treatment modalities, and follow-up results of these patients were retrospectively reviewed. RESULTS Mean age was 52 years, and 89% of patients were male; 86% presented with pain, mostly abdominal, and 14% of cases were detected incidentally on abdominal imaging. None of these patients had unstable complications on admission, and all underwent initial conservative treatment. During the follow-up period (22 ± 20 months), aneurysmal change and propagation of thrombosis were noted in one patient and two patients, respectively, all of whom were managed conservatively without adverse clinical events. No difference in clinical and morphologic outcomes was noted between patients who were treated with antihypertensive therapy and those who were not. Patients with intramural hematoma on initial images showed dynamic vascular remodeling (partial to complete resorption) during the follow-up period compared with patients who had dominant intimal flap on initial images. CONCLUSIONS The clinical course of patients with SICAD was benign. Even progressive vascular changes during follow-up did not require invasive treatment. Antihypertensive therapy might not modify the clinical course. The short-term results of conservative management are encouraging, but further evaluation with long-term follow-up in a large population is needed.
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Landry GJ, Yarmosh A, Liem TK, Jung E, Azarbal AF, Abraham CZ, Mitchell EL, Moneta GL. Nonatherosclerotic vascular causes of acute abdominal pain. Am J Surg 2018; 215:838-841. [PMID: 29361271 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2017.12.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2017] [Revised: 12/20/2017] [Accepted: 12/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND To examine the epidemiology, treatments, and outcomes of acute symptomatic non-atherosclerotic mesenteric vascular disease. METHODS Subjects were reviewed over a six year period. Categories included embolism (EM), dissection (DI), and aneurysm (AN). Presentation, demographics, treatment and outcomes were compared. RESULTS 46 patients were identified (EM:20, AN:15, DI:11). Age at presentation differed (EM: 66.3, AN 62.4, DI 54.6, p < .05). EM more likely affected the superior mesenteric artery (EM80%, AN20%, DI45%, p = .002), DI hepatic artery (EM20%, AN13%, DI55%, p < .05), and AN mesenteric branches (EM5%, AN47%, DI0%; p = .001). EM more likely had history of arrhythmia (EM40%, AN7%, DI0%, p,0.05) and diarrhea (EM30%, AN7%, DI0%, p < .05). Treatment was most often surgical in EM (EM85%, AN33%, DI9%, p < .001), endovascular in AN (EM5%, AN40%, DI 9%, p < .02), and conservative in DI (EM15%, AN 33%, DI82%, p < .05). In hospital mortality was infrequent (EM10%, AN7%, DI0%, p = ns). Mean hospital length of stay differed by mechanism (EM13.6days, AN9.2, DI2.3, p = .005). Median follow up was 61 months. Survival at 1, 3 and 5 years for emboli was 75%, 70% and 59%, for aneurysms 93%, 86%, and 77%, and for dissections 100% at all time points (p = .043 log rank). CONCLUSIONS Patients with EM, AN, and DI differ in age, anatomic distribution and method of treatment. The etiology significantly affects long term survival.
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- Gregory J Landry
- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA.
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, OP11, Portland, OR 97239-3098, USA
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Tanaka Y, Tada H, Takeda Y, Iino K, Hayashi K, Takemura H, Yamagishi M, Kawashiri MA. Spontaneous Isolated Superior Mesenteric Artery Dissection Requiring Emergent Surgery. Intern Med 2018; 57:2681-2684. [PMID: 30224605 PMCID: PMC6191602 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.0641-17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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A 52-year-old man with a history of hypertension was referred to our hospital due to persistent abdominal pain. Abdominal palpation revealed remarkable rigidity and rebound tenderness all over the abdomen. Enhanced computed tomography demonstrated the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) dissection with a complete obstruction at the middle part of the SMA. Intraoperative findings showed significant necrosis in the most small intestine and surgical resection was performed. Emergent operation is warranted once abdominal pain becomes uncontrollable or intestinal necrosis is suspected. Physicians should pay careful attention to patients' symptoms and repeatedly perfume physical examinations.
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- Yoshihiro Tanaka
- Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- General, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- General, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- General, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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Morgan CE, Mansukhani NA, Eskandari MK, Rodriguez HE. Ten-year review of isolated spontaneous mesenteric arterial dissections. J Vasc Surg 2017; 67:1134-1142. [PMID: 29146096 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2017.08.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2017] [Accepted: 08/04/2017] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Isolated spontaneous dissection of the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) and celiac artery (CA) remains a rare condition; however, it has been increasingly noted incidentally on diagnostic imaging. The purpose of this study was to examine the natural history and outcomes of patients presenting with isolated spontaneous mesenteric artery dissection (SMAD). We hypothesized that most SMADs can be treated nonoperatively. METHODS This was a single-center retrospective review of patients presenting with the diagnosis of SMAD between 2006 and 2016. Data analysis included demographics, clinical data, radiologic review, treatment, and outcomes. RESULTS A total of 77 patients were found to have CA dissection, SMA dissection, or both in the absence of aortic dissection diagnosed on computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging. The average age was 56 years (range, 26-86 years), 80% were male, and 10 patients (13%) had underlying connective tissue disorders. The majority, 64%, presented with symptoms including abdominal pain, back pain, and chest pain; the remaining 36% were asymptomatic. Combined SMA and CA dissection was found in 14 (18%) patients; 33 (43%) presented with isolated CA dissection, and 30 (39%) presented with isolated SMA dissection. Only four patients required intervention. Mesenteric bypass was performed in two patients, and SMA endarterectomy with patch angioplasty was performed in one patient for signs of bowel ischemia. No patient required bowel resection. The two bypasses were anastomosed to a branch of the SMA, and complete lumen restoration was seen on long-term imaging follow-up. One patient underwent stent grafting of the CA and hepatic artery for aneurysmal degeneration 1 month after diagnosis. The remaining 73 patients were managed nonoperatively; 40 (52%) were treated with a short course of anticoagulation, 23 (30%) were treated with antiplatelet therapy, and 10 (13%) were treated with observation alone. No other late interventions or recurrences were noted during a mean follow-up of 21 months. CONCLUSIONS Whereas isolated SMAD poses a risk of visceral ischemia, most patients presenting with this diagnosis can be treated nonoperatively with a short course of antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy. Only a small number of patients require surgical revascularization for bowel ischemia.
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- Courtney E Morgan
- Department of Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Ill
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- Department of Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Ill
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- Department of Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Ill
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- Department of Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Ill.
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Tanaka Y, Yoshimuta T, Kimura K, Iino K, Tamura Y, Sakata K, Hayashi K, Takemura H, Yamagishi M, Kawashiri MA. Clinical characteristics of spontaneous isolated visceral artery dissection. J Vasc Surg 2017; 67:1127-1133. [PMID: 29056349 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2017.08.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2017] [Accepted: 08/04/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Spontaneous isolated visceral artery dissection (SIVAD) involving the celiac artery or superior mesenteric artery is rare, but it can be fatal. Given its rare incidence, the clinical characteristics of SIVAD are not fully understood. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the clinical characteristics and prognosis of SIVAD. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 39 consecutive patients diagnosed with SIVAD from January 2007 to December 2016. Demographic characteristics, symptoms, vital signs, blood examination results, and computed tomography findings were retrieved through medical record review. RESULTS The median age of the patients was 52 years; 94.9% were male, and 64.1% were symptomatic. Median follow-up duration was 11 months. Overall, hypertension (48.7%) and smoking (79.5%) were frequently observed. There were significant differences between symptomatic and asymptomatic patients in white blood cell count and creatine kinase level but not in fibrin degradation products or D-dimer level. There was a significant correlation between symptoms and length of dissection on computed tomography (P < .01). Conservative treatment was performed in 32 patients (82.1%), and only 7 patients required open surgery or intravascular intervention. Notably, the diameter of affected vessels decreased spontaneously with no rupture or symptom recurrence during follow-up, and mortality was 0% at both 30 days and 1 year. CONCLUSIONS The utility of blood examination, especially for fibrin degradation products and D-dimer levels, for diagnosis of SIVAD is limited. A high index of suspicion is warranted in patients presenting with persistent severe abdominal pain. Conservative treatment should be considered first-line therapy in patients without any signs of bowel ischemia or rupture.
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- Yoshihiro Tanaka
- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic, Cardiovascular, and General Surgery, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic, Cardiovascular, and General Surgery, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic, Cardiovascular, and General Surgery, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan.
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Internal Medicine, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanazawa, Japan
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