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SMA Embolus: 1

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A previously-healthy 47-year-old man presented with recent onset abdominal pain exacerbated by meals. He had recently had a long return flight from overseas. Workup included HIDA scan which showed filling of the gallbladder but slow emptying (20%). Upper endoscopy showed mild esophagitis and gastritis. Laboratory values were normal.      

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SMA Embolus: 2

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CT scan of the abdomen showed possible thrombus in the superior mesenteric artery (SMA). Echocardiogram revealed an atrial septal defect. A presumptive diagnosis of paradoxical embolus was made.       

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SMA Embolus: 3

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The origin of the SMA was free of clot.       

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