Mesenteric ischaemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is pathology of mesenteric ischemia?
A
No blood flow superior + inferior mesenteric arteries
Always affects small bowel
2
Q
Risk factors of mesenteric ischemia?
A
Superior mesenteric artery thrombosis
Superior mesenteric artery embolism
3
Q
Symptoms of mesenteric ischemia?
A
R: Rapid hypovalaemic shock
A: Acute severe abdominal pain
N: No abdominal signs on examination
4
Q
Investigations of mesenteric ischemia?
A
CT/MRI angiography
Abdominal X-ray (rule out bowel obstruction)
5
Q
Management of mesenteric ischemia?
A
Fluid resus
IV heprin to reduce clotting
Antibiotics
Surgery
6
Q
Complications of mesenteric ischemia?
A
Sepsis
Peritonitis
