Intestinal Ischemia and Infarction
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Intestinal ischemia and infarction occur when blood flow to the intestine is reduced or interrupted, which deprives its tissues of oxygen. It is a situation that can become serious and usually requires attention without delay.
Common symptoms: intense abdominal pain, sometimes out of proportion to the exam, nausea, and changes in bowel movements.
When to seek care? Sudden, intense abdominal pain is a clear reason to seek care immediately.
Which specialist treats it? The general surgeon, the vascular surgeon, the angiologist, and the gastroenterologist take part depending on the case. With severe, sudden abdominal pain, the wise thing is to go for a professional evaluation as soon as possible.
Data on 383 doctors who treat intestinal ischemia and infarction
Which specialist treats intestinal ischemia and infarction?
Intestinal ischemia and infarction is a medical emergency treated by a general surgeon. A gastroenterologist or a proctologist may also be involved in the evaluation. You can also find a female general surgeon.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in intestinal ischemia and infarction
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Dr. Karina Navalon García
Frequently asked questions
What is intestinal ischemia and infarction?
Intestinal ischemia and infarction occur when blood flow to the intestine is reduced or interrupted, which deprives its tissues of oxygen. It is a situation that can become serious and usually requires attention without delay.
Which doctor treats intestinal ischemia and infarction?
Intestinal ischemia and infarction is a medical emergency treated by a general surgeon. A gastroenterologist or a proctologist may also be involved in the evaluation. You can also find a female general surgeon.