Mesenteric ischemia diagnosis is challenging, with an overall mortality of up to 50% of cases despite advances in treatment. The main problem that affects the outcome is delayed diagnosis because of non-specific clinical presentation. Multi-Detector CT Angiography (MDCTA) is the first-line investigation for the suspected diagnosis of vascular abdominal pathologies and the diagnostic test of choice in suspected mesenteric bowel ischemia. MDCTA can accurately detect the presence of arterial and venous thrombosis, determine the extent and the gastrointestinal tract involved, and provide detailed information determining the subtype and the stage progression of the diseases, helping clinicians and surgeons with appropriate management. CT (Computed Tomography) can differentiate forms that are still susceptible to pharmacological or interventional treatment (NOM = non-operative management) from advanced disease with transmural necrosis in which a surgical approach is required. Knowledge of CT imaging patterns and corresponding vascular pathways is mandatory in emergency settings to reach a prompt and accurate diagnosis. The aims of this paper are 1. to provide technical information about the optimal CTA (CT Angiography) protocol; 2. to explain the CTA arterial and venous supply to the gastrointestinal tract and the relevant ischemic pattern; and 3. to describe vascular, bowel, and extraintestinal CT findings for the diagnosis of acute mesenteric ischemia.

Diagnostic Role of Multi-Detector Computed Tomography in Acute Mesenteric Ischemia / Ronza, F. M.; Di Gennaro, T. L.; Buzzo, G.; Piccolo, L.; Della Noce, M.; Giordano, G.; Posillico, G.; Pietrobono, L.; Mazzei, F. G.; Ricci, P.; Masala, S.; Scaglione, M.; Tamburrini, S.. - In: DIAGNOSTICS. - ISSN 2075-4418. - 14:12(2024). [10.3390/diagnostics14121214]

Diagnostic Role of Multi-Detector Computed Tomography in Acute Mesenteric Ischemia

Ricci P.;
2024

Abstract

Mesenteric ischemia diagnosis is challenging, with an overall mortality of up to 50% of cases despite advances in treatment. The main problem that affects the outcome is delayed diagnosis because of non-specific clinical presentation. Multi-Detector CT Angiography (MDCTA) is the first-line investigation for the suspected diagnosis of vascular abdominal pathologies and the diagnostic test of choice in suspected mesenteric bowel ischemia. MDCTA can accurately detect the presence of arterial and venous thrombosis, determine the extent and the gastrointestinal tract involved, and provide detailed information determining the subtype and the stage progression of the diseases, helping clinicians and surgeons with appropriate management. CT (Computed Tomography) can differentiate forms that are still susceptible to pharmacological or interventional treatment (NOM = non-operative management) from advanced disease with transmural necrosis in which a surgical approach is required. Knowledge of CT imaging patterns and corresponding vascular pathways is mandatory in emergency settings to reach a prompt and accurate diagnosis. The aims of this paper are 1. to provide technical information about the optimal CTA (CT Angiography) protocol; 2. to explain the CTA arterial and venous supply to the gastrointestinal tract and the relevant ischemic pattern; and 3. to describe vascular, bowel, and extraintestinal CT findings for the diagnosis of acute mesenteric ischemia.
2024
acute mesenteric ischemia; atherosclerosis; dissection; embolism; MDCT; mesenteric thrombosis; NOMI
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Diagnostic Role of Multi-Detector Computed Tomography in Acute Mesenteric Ischemia / Ronza, F. M.; Di Gennaro, T. L.; Buzzo, G.; Piccolo, L.; Della Noce, M.; Giordano, G.; Posillico, G.; Pietrobono, L.; Mazzei, F. G.; Ricci, P.; Masala, S.; Scaglione, M.; Tamburrini, S.. - In: DIAGNOSTICS. - ISSN 2075-4418. - 14:12(2024). [10.3390/diagnostics14121214]
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