Portomesenteric Venous Gas And Intestinal Pneumatosis Radiological Signs Of Mesenteric Ischemia.

Abstract

Computed tomography showing portal and mesenteric venous gas and intestinal pneumatosis, rare radiological signs that, together, favor the diagnosis of mesenteric ischemia (70% of cases). When present, mortality is around 40-90%. Surgical exploration is mandatory with assessment of the extent of intestinal ischemia and appropriate treatment.