Scoping review evaluates diagnostic methods and outcomes of endovascular versus open surgery for acute mesenteric ischaemia, indicating improved results with the former.
Key Points
Endovascular management of acute mesenteric ischaemia leads to reduced mortality rates compared to open surgery.
Thirty-nine studies involving 20,991 patients were analyzed to assess diagnostic and management strategies.
CT scans were identified as the primary diagnostic tool, with delays in diagnosis ranging from 13.9 to 48 hours.
Shorter hospital and ICU stays were observed in patients undergoing endovascular interventions versus those who had open surgery.