Presentation
According to the different histopathological patterns it presents, other terms such as mesenteric lipodystrophy, sclerosing or retractile mesenteritis are used to describe MP[1]. [acad.es]
Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal Mass
Presentation symptoms vary widely from no symptoms to abdominal pain, abdominal mass, constitutional symptoms, or obstruction signs, among many others. Its diagnosis is usually based on imaging studies and is often incidental. [acad.es]
Treatment
Several treatments have been proposed with no established consensus including no treatment, pharmacological treatment or surgery[6]. [acad.es]
Etiology
Its prevalence has been estimated at 0,6%, though its specific etiology and clinical significance remain unknown[2], [3]. [acad.es]
Epidemiology
No associated disease (idiopathic) was seen in 34% of our patients and no epidemiological, clinical or radiological factors could be linked to malignant disease. [acad.es]