Abstract
Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is a rare cause of upper gastrointestinal obstruction. Nutcracker syndrome occurs as the result of external compression of the left renal vein. Although they share a similar pathophysiology, SMA and nutcracker syndrome occurring simultaneously is rare. In this case report, we discuss the pathophysiology and unique computed tomography findings in a 25-year-old female patient diagnosed with SMA syndrome who was also incidentally found to have a coexisting nutcracker phenomenon. Due to similar pathogenesis, radiologists should consider the possibility of coexistence of these rare syndromes in appropriate patients.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1927-1930 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Radiology Case Reports |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 2022 |
Keywords
- Nutcracker syndrome
- Superior mesenteric artery syndrome
- Tomography
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging