Superior mesenteric artery syndrome secondary to thyrotoxicosis

Abstract

Abstract Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome is defined as a narrowed space and decreased angle between the SMA and aorta leading to partial or complete obstruction of the third portion of the duodenum. SMA syndrome patients may have comorbid conditions associated with extreme weight loss, hypermetabolism or malnutrition. We present the case of a 55-year-old male with SMA syndrome due to acute weight loss secondary to thyrotoxicosis. The patient was nutritionally optimized and euthyroid prior to undergoing a robotic-assisted duodenojejunostomy. In this patient, the thyrotoxicosis was controlled medically, and he remained euthyroid postoperatively. His duodenal obstruction was relieved by the operation and he continued to gain weight appropriately.