Isolated superior mesenteric artery dissection

Case contributed by Islam Aly Abouzid
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Sudden severe abdominal pain

Patient Data

Age: 80 years
Gender: Male

There is a flap seen within the superior mesenteric artery, about 2 cm from its origin denoting acute dissection with opacification of both true and false lumens.

Case Discussion

These are typical features of acute superior mesenteric artery dissection.

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