The Surgical Edge

SMA Syndrome: Diagnosis and Management Review

Surgical Doctor Season 1 Episode 39

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SMAS represents a structural anomaly that results in debilitating functional consequences. The core pathophysiological mechanism is the compression of the third part of the duodenum, leading to chronic, partial, or complete upper gastrointestinal obstruction. This mechanism is primarily driven by the loss of the retroperitoneal fat pad. Let's dive in to explore more. 

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