Infarcted intestine: a diagnostic void.
The diagnostic approaches to infarction of the small intestine are reviewed in the present paper. The inadequacy of current methods, especially biochemical methods, are highlighted. Additionally, the benefits of a sensitive and specific test of intestinal infarction are discussed.
Glenister
Kristen M
KM
Intensive Care Unit, The Geelong Hospital, Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Corke
Charlie F
CF
D015415:Biomarkers / Q000097:blood; D006801:Humans; D007238:Infarction / Q000175:diagnosis*; D007421:Intestine, Small / Q000098:blood supply*; D015203:Reproducibility of Results; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity
D015415:Biomarkers