Colon Ischemia: An Update for Clinicians

Mayo Clin Proc. 2016 May;91(5):671-7. doi: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2016.02.006.

Abstract

Colon ischemia (CI) is an underrecognized entity associated with high morbidity and mortality. Establishing the diagnosis and initiating appropriate and timely treatment is critical for improving outcomes. Colon ischemia is a disease spectrum that requires a full understanding for recognition and treatment. This review outlines the full spectrum of CI management from initial presentation to medical and surgical treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Age Distribution
  • Aged
  • Colon / blood supply*
  • Colonic Diseases / complications*
  • Colonic Diseases / diagnosis
  • Colonic Diseases / etiology
  • Colonic Diseases / mortality
  • Colonography, Computed Tomographic
  • Colonoscopy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Ischemia*
  • Male
  • Necrosis / etiology*
  • Sex Distribution