Ovarian vein thrombosis and sigmoid diverticulitis

Case contributed by Erik Ranschaert , 4 Aug 2011
Diagnosis certain
Changed by Daniel J Bell, 3 Jul 2024
Disclosures - updated 22 Aug 2023: Nothing to disclose

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CT demonstrates multipleMultiple sigmoid colon diverticula with surrounding mesenteric fat stranding. These findings are, compatible with diverticulitis. On the left lateral side of the sigmoid colon, a dilated venous structure is seen with an endoluminal round thrombus. This vein drains into the left renal vein. Left renal vein and inferior vena cava are normal.

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