Reversible 'Unstable' Abdominal Angina Caused by Ruptured Plaque of the Superior Mesenteric Artery: Clinical and Radiological Correlations.

Abstract

Resembling unstable angina pectoris, ruptured atheromatous plaque in mesenteric vessels can develop, clinically manifested by new-onset abdominal angina.This condition may be reversible under treatment with antiplatelet medications and statins.Searching for abdominal bruit is invaluable in the assessment of unexplained abdominal pain.