Mesenterial ischemia
D. Martinková, D. Kuliková, I. Haluzová
Rádiologická klinika LFUK, SZU UN Bratislava, pracovisko Ružinov
Mesenteric ischemia (MI) is a serious disease whose prevalence increases with age. The aim of this article is to emphasize the importance of early and correct diagnosis of MI, which significantly improves the prognosis of the patient. This work includes two case studies, which had fatal course because of late diagnosis, or improper patient management after diagnosis.
KEY WORDS:
mesenteric ischemia, embolism, thrombosis, collateral circulation.
