Abstract:Introduction: Inferior mesenteric arteriovenous fistulous malformations are a rare yet reversible cause of ischemic colitis. They can cause increased outflow of blood in the venous circulation and predispose to colon ischemia. We report a case of inferior mesenteric arteriovenous fistula causing ischemic colitis in an atypical distribution in the IMA territory. Case Description/Methods: A 50-year-old gentleman presented to the emergency room with a 3-week history of abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. His symp… Show more
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