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Mesenteric hematoma

Last edited: 4/23/2026

Overview

Mesenteric hematoma is a rare condition characterized by bleeding within the mesentery, often resulting from the rupture of a colic artery aneurysm. It presents with non-specific symptoms such as acute abdominal pain or signs of peritonitis 2.

Diagnosis

  • Clinical Presentation: Non-specific symptoms including acute abdomen or mild abdominal pain 2.
  • Diagnostic Imaging: Contrast-enhanced CT scan is essential for accurate diagnosis, delineating hematoma size and location 2.
  • Late Signs: Palpable mass or hemoperitoneum may indicate complications like rupture 2.
  • Management

  • Early Surgical Intervention: Crucial to prevent mortality and ischemic complications 2.
  • Supportive Care: Includes hemodynamic stabilization and monitoring for signs of bowel ischemia 2.
  • Anticoagulant Management: If related to anticoagulation, consider reversal strategies (e.g., vitamin K, prothrombin complex concentrate) 1.
  • Special Populations

  • No Specific Guidance: Abstracts do not provide detailed management for pregnancy, pediatrics, elderly, or specific comorbidities 12.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Prompt Imaging with Contrast-Enhanced CT: Essential for accurate diagnosis and assessment of mesenteric hematoma 2 (Evidence: Strong).
  • Early Surgical Evaluation and Intervention: Critical to reduce mortality and prevent bowel ischemia 2 (Evidence: Strong).
  • Manage Anticoagulant Therapy Appropriately: Reversal strategies should be considered in cases where anticoagulation is a contributing factor 1 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • References

    1 Gündeş E, Değer KC, Taşcı E, Senger AS, Duman M. Anticoagulant-induced breast hematoma. Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES 2017. link 2 Leardi S, Pietroletti R, Di Giuro G, Felici S, De Vita F. Spontaneous hematoma of the mesocolon. Chirurgia italiana 2005. link

    Original source

    1. [1]
      Anticoagulant-induced breast hematoma.Gündeş E, Değer KC, Taşcı E, Senger AS, Duman M Ulusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES (2017)
    2. [2]
      Spontaneous hematoma of the mesocolon.Leardi S, Pietroletti R, Di Giuro G, Felici S, De Vita F Chirurgia italiana (2005)

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