A Rare Complication of Acute Appendicitis: Superior Mesenteric Vein Thrombosis

Superior mesenteric vein (SMV) thrombosis caused by acute appendicitis is quite rare nowadays. These conditions occurs secondary to infection in the region drained by the portal venous system. In this case, we report a successfully treated case of SMV thrombosis and liver abscess associated with app...

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Main Authors: Hendra Koncoro, Rafael Eddy Setijoso, Maisie ME Johan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Interna Publishing 2016-12-01
Series:The Indonesian Journal of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Digestive Endoscopy
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Online Access:http://ina-jghe.com/journal/index.php/jghe/article/view/596/475