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  • Title: Portomesenteric Venous Gas And Intestinal Pneumatosis Radiological Signs Of Mesenteric Ischemia.
    Author: Longras C, Braga SF, Aleixo S, Moreira R.
    Journal: Rev Port Cir Cardiotorac Vasc; 2020; 27(2):147. PubMed ID: 32707629.
    Abstract:
    Computed tomography showing portal and mesenteric venous gas and intestinal pneumatosis, rare radiological signs that, together, favor the diagnosis of mesenteric ischemia (70% of cases). When present, mortality is around 40-90%. Surgical exploration is mandatory with assessment of the extent of intestinal ischemia and appropriate treatment.
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