Endoscopic Spectrum of “Left”-Sided Ischemic Colitis
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The endoscopic spectrum of ischemic colitis is broad. Key elements though are sparing of the rectum and segmental distribution, mainly in the left colon (at the watershed area, arc of Riolan). Colonic ischemia occurs due to changes in systemic circulation and/or alterations in local mesenteric vasculature.
Endoscopic Spectrum of “Left”-Sided Ischemic Colitis
Endoscopic Spectrum of “Left”-Sided Ischemic…
Endoscopic Spectrum of “Left”-Sided Ischemic Colitis
The endoscopic spectrum of ischemic colitis is broad. Key elements though are sparing of the rectum and segmental distribution, mainly in the left colon (at the watershed area, arc of Riolan). Colonic ischemia occurs due to changes in systemic circulation and/or alterations in local mesenteric vasculature.