Superior mesenteric artery syndrome complicating treatment with balanced traction. A case report.
A brief review of the superior mesenteric artery syndrome is given. A case is reported which occurred after 9 weeks of treatment of a fractured femur by continuous traction with balanced suspension. The condition was successfully treated by conservative measures including a plaster hip spica allowing frequent changes of position. The importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment is emphasized.
D000293:Adolescent; D003251:Constriction, Pathologic; D004380:Duodenal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology*; D005264:Femoral Fractures / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008638:Mesenteric Arteries; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D011187:Posture; D014143:Traction / Q000009:adverse effects*