Mesenteric Artery Ischemia: symptoms and which specialist to see

Mesenteric Artery Ischemia

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Seeking care right away is essential when mesenteric artery ischemia is suspected, since it involves a reduction in blood flow to the intestine.

Mesenteric artery ischemia occurs when the vessels that carry blood to the intestine narrow or become blocked, compromising the blood supply to this organ.

Symptoms that may appear: abdominal pain, which can arise after eating in the chronic forms or intensely and suddenly in the acute ones, along with nausea or changes in digestion.

Which specialist provides care? It is evaluated by the angiologist and the vascular surgeon, with support from the gastroenterologist and the general surgeon; the general practitioner can guide the first contact. In the face of severe and unexplained abdominal pain, seeing a professional without delay is the most prudent course.

Data on 304 doctors who treat mesenteric artery ischemia

Typical price

$800 MXN

33% above the national median

50% charge between $700 and $1,000 MXN

98% with verified license

Insurance accepted

AXA Seguros18 MetLife16 GNP Seguros16 Seguros Monterrey16 Banorte Seguros14 Bupa14

Which specialist treats mesenteric artery ischemia?

Mesenteric artery ischemia is an emergency that a General Surgeon must address; a Vascular Specialist can help assess the blood vessels, and a Proctologist or Oncologist may be involved depending on the case.

General Surgeon Angiologist Proctologist Oncologist