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Acute Superior Mesenteric Thrombosis in a Young Adult With No Traditional Risk Factors: A Case Study

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This is a case report of acute superior mesenteric vein (SMV) thrombosis in a 24-year-old male with history of underlying psychiatric symptoms who had no traditional risk factors. The patient presented with abdominal pain, fever, and constipation. The patient's worsening symptoms led to an eventual diagnosis via computed tomography (CT) imaging. Management included anticoagulation therapy and multidisciplinary care. This case highlights the importance of considering SMV thrombosis in young adults and suggests a potential link between psychiatric conditions and thrombotic events, as evidenced by this patient's psychiatric history.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.69364

Authors: Maryam K Abulfateh, Salah Alghanem

Language: English

Topic: Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402505274

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