A Rare Complication of Acute Appendicitis: Superior Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis
| Main Authors: | Koncoro, Hendra, Setijoso, Rafael Eddy, Johan, Maisie ME |
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| Format: | Article info application/pdf eJournal |
| Bahasa: | eng |
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The Indonesian Journal of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Digestive Endoscopy
, 2017
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| Online Access: |
http://www.ina-jghe.com/journal/index.php/jghe/article/view/596 http://www.ina-jghe.com/journal/index.php/jghe/article/view/596/475 |
Daftar Isi:
- Superior mesenteric vein (SMV) thrombosis caused by acute appendicitis is quite rare nowadays. These conditions occurs secondary to infection in the region drained by the portal venous system. In this case, we report a successfully treated case of SMV thrombosis and liver abscess associated with appendicitis with antibiotics and anticoagulant.Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are basic to a favorable clinical course.