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  • Title: An uncommon cause of sub-acute intestinal obstruction in young adult: Wilkie's syndrome.
    Author: Shrestha K, Thapa N, Basukala S, Acharya M, Bhulan BL, Singh KK, Shrestha O, Chaudhary K, Neupane MK.
    Journal: Clin Case Rep; 2024 Apr; 12(4):e8634. PubMed ID: 38550742.
    Abstract:
    ABSTRACT: Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome, also known as Wilkie's syndrome, is a rare disease presenting as an acute abdomen. It has a clinical presentation similar to intestinal obstruction and is often missed during diagnosis. Reduced weight leading to loss of fat pad between SMA and aorta is the main pathophysiology. Diagnosis is made through barium meal and CT scan. Conservative management remains the treatment of choice; however, surgery is opted for in refractory cases. KEY CLINICAL MESSAGE: Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome, also known as Wilkie's syndrome, is a rare disease presenting as an acute abdomen with clinical features similar to intestinal obstruction. This is a case of SMA syndrome in an adult male with a decrease in aortomesenteric angle, with no predisposing condition.
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