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Acute Mesenteric Ischemia Secondary to Protein C Deficiency: A Case Report

Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: A 43-year-old hypertensive male presented with severe abdominal pain, nausea, and constipation due to Protein C deficiency with lupus anticoagulant. CT angiography revealed thrombotic occlusion of mesenteric arteries with collateral circulation. Conservative management with dual anticoagulation and parenteral nutrition achieved clinical improvement without surgery, highlighting thrombophilia's role in mesenteric ischemia.
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,820
OpenAlex ID: W7212284591
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