A forgotten Reason for abdominal pain: Mesentric Panniculitis case report and review of literature
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports - Year 2018, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
Background: Mesentric Panniculitis an inflammatory condition that usually present with vague abdominal symptoms such as pain and diarrhea. The ambiguity of the symptoms makes the diagnosis of MP a challenge. Case Report: a twenty five years old lady presented to the emergency room with vague abdominal complaints including pain and loss of appetite along with fever for the last two days. Workup for acute appendicitis was done including a CT scan which showed possible radiological signs of Mesentric Panniculitis.
Authors and Affiliations
Assmaa Nugud, Ahmed Alwahab, Sara Al-Hajo, Shomous Nugud
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- EP ID EP534263
- DOI 10.5455/IJMRCR.Mesentric-Panniculitis
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