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World J Clin Cases. May 26, 2023; 11(15): 3369-3384
Published online May 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i15.3369
Published online May 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i15.3369
Figure 5 Abdominal ultrasonographic images of a 53-year-old female with superior mesenteric artery syndrome.
A and B: Upper abdominal ultrasonography shows a markedly dilated stomach (A) and obstruction of duodenum (B, which looks like beak, beak sign) by extrinsic compression between the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) and aorta (Ao); C: The SMA-Ao angle (7.5 degree) and distance (5 mm) are decreased. SMA: Superior mesenteric artery; Ao: Aorta.
- Citation: Oka A, Awoniyi M, Hasegawa N, Yoshida Y, Tobita H, Ishimura N, Ishihara S. Superior mesenteric artery syndrome: Diagnosis and management. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11(15): 3369-3384
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2307-8960/full/v11/i15/3369.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.12998/wjcc.v11.i15.3369