CT findings of mesenteric injury after blunt trauma

Abstract

Our purpose was to evaluate the Computed Tomography (CT) findings of the mesenteric injury retrospectively which was proven surgically. This study included 15 patients. Most findings of CT studies were free peritoneal fluid collection, infiltration of mesenteric fat and intra-mesenteric hematoma. In addition, extravasation of contrast media was visualized in one patient and bowel-wall thickening was demonstrated in two patients. Free air was not evident in our study. CT is sensitive for diagnosis of mesenteric injury and these findings should be helpful for identify the location of injury.