Acute mesenteric ischemia: current multidisciplinary approach

J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino). 2017 Apr;58(2):339-350. doi: 10.23736/S0021-9509.16.09751-2. Epub 2016 Nov 30.

Abstract

The aim of this review was to describe and discuss the mechanisms of acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) and the rationale and conduct of currently available endovascular and open surgical techniques in its management. We also propose an algorithm to support the current multidisciplinary approach in decision-making for mesenteric revascularization to manage this high-risk entity.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Algorithms
  • Anticoagulants / therapeutic use
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation* / adverse effects
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation* / mortality
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Computed Tomography Angiography
  • Decision Support Techniques
  • Digestive System Surgical Procedures* / adverse effects
  • Digestive System Surgical Procedures* / mortality
  • Endovascular Procedures* / adverse effects
  • Endovascular Procedures* / mortality
  • Humans
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / diagnostic imaging
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / mortality
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / physiopathology
  • Mesenteric Ischemia / therapy*
  • Mesenteric Vascular Occlusion / diagnostic imaging
  • Mesenteric Vascular Occlusion / mortality
  • Mesenteric Vascular Occlusion / physiopathology
  • Mesenteric Vascular Occlusion / therapy*
  • Patient Care Team*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Risk Factors
  • Thrombolytic Therapy
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Veins / transplantation*

Substances

  • Anticoagulants