title: Primary mesenteric venous thrombosis--a case report.
abstract: Mesenteric venous thrombosis has been described to occur in cases where there has been no apparent cause. The diagnosis is usually delayed because the signs and symptoms are non-specific. A case of primary mesenteric venous thrombosis is reported below. Its presentation and pathology are discussed. Treatment is surgery with resection of gangrenous bowel and primary anastomosis. Post-operative anticoagulation is advocated.
authors.forename: S K
authors.initials: SK
authors.lastname: Tay
authors.forename: Y P
authors.initials: YP
authors.lastname: Leong
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008641:Mesenteric Vascular Occlusion / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D008642:Mesenteric Veins; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery