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Nutcracker syndrome caused by an enlarged splenic artery in a patient with cirrhosis: a case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Nutcracker syndrome is a rare condition caused by the compression of the left renal vein. We present the case of a 40-year-old woman with cirrhosis and splenomegaly, who developed nutcracker syndrome secondary to an enlarged splenic artery compressing the left renal vein. This case highlights the importance of considering unusual anatomical variations in cirrhotic patients presenting with flank pain. Early diagnosis can guide appropriate management and avoid complications.

Source: Pan African Medical Journal

DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2025.51.9.47200