Safug Al-Anazi

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome associated with recurrent aspiration and difficult ventilator liberation in a post-trauma patient: a case report

Abstract Background Superior mesenteric artery syndrome (SMAS) is an uncommon cause of proximal intestinal obstruction caused by compression of the third portion of the duodenum between the superior mesenteric artery and the aorta. Recurrent vomiting can result in aspiration and...