Superior mesenteric artery syndrome (SMAS) is a rare cause of upper intestinal obstruction. This occurs due to duodenal compression between the superior mesenteric artery and the aorta. Anatomical alterations, eating disorders, after some surgical procedures, and trauma are frequent causes of this rare syndrome. Diabetes is a highly prevalent disease that can cause gastroparesis in up to 12 %. Its association with SMAS is extremely rare and challenging to identify.
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