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This report investigates the rare coexistence of superior mesenteric artery syndrome and acute pancreatitis.

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome complicated by acute pancreatitis: a case report

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This report investigates the rare coexistence of superior mesenteric artery syndrome and acute pancreatitis.
Presented a case of a 36-year-old woman with epigastric pain and abdominal distension.
Utilized contrast-enhanced computed tomography for diagnosis of SMA syndrome and detected acute pancreatitis.
Considered alternative causes of pancreatitis unlikely.
Patient diagnosed with SMA syndrome and acute pancreatitis due to duodenal compression.
Improved rapidly with conservative treatment, discharged without recurrence.

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Case report reveals acute pancreatitis complicating SMA syndrome, highlighting clinical awareness importance.

Azami et al. (2026) studied this question.

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