Superior mesenteric artery branch aneurysms
McNamara, M.F.; Griska, L.B.
Surgery 88(5): 625-630
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0039-6060 PMID: 7434202 Document Number: 159690
An example of a large, jejunal branch aneurysm is presented along with a review of 39 other cases of superior mesenteric artery branch aneurysms. current theories of etiology, including atherosclerosis, arterial dysplasia, necrotizing arteritis, and infections, are discussed. Common modes of presentation-pain, intraabdominal hemorrhage, and gastrointestinal bleeding-are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on the role of arteriography in diagnosis and management of branch aneurysms.