Visceral Artery Angioplasty / Stenting
Dilation of narrowed mesenteric arteries to treat chronic or acute mesenteric ischemia.
Arterial Endovascular Surgery
Visceral Artery Angioplasty / Stenting
Synonyms : digestive artery stenting, mesenteric angioplasty
Background
Chronic mesenteric ischemia causes postprandial abdominal pain and weight loss.
Procedure
Balloon and stent in SMA and/or celiac trunk. Duration: 1-2 hours.
Risks
Intestinal embolism, dissection, restenosis, mesenteric infarction.
Recovery
2-3 day stay. Gradual refeeding. Doppler follow-up.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Hospital stay: 2 to 3 nights.
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