title: Ligation of the superior mesenteric vein: a cautionary tale.
abstract: Acute interruption of flow in the superior mesenteric vein can, in most instances, be tolerated. In the event of compromised venous collateral circulation, however, continuity of the main venous flow must be restored.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Karolinska Hospital, Stckholm, Sweden.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nydahl
mesh_terms: D016063:Blood Loss, Surgical; D003082:Colectomy / Q000009:adverse effects; D003097:Collateral Circulation; D003111:Colonic Polyps / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007422:Intestines / Q000098:blood supply; D008026:Ligation / Q000009:adverse effects; D008297:Male; D008642:Mesenteric Veins / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012086:Reoperation; D013152:Splanchnic Circulation