mesenteric
Americanadjective
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"The second one shows global mild stranding of the mesenteric fat - that meant widespread abdominal inflammation".
From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2026
After being given pain relief, Rhys settled down and was discharged with a diagnosis of mesenteric adenitis - a common condition thought to be caused by a viral infection.
From BBC ● Feb. 1, 2024
These are the superior and inferior mesenteric arteries.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
The hepatic portal vein itself is relatively short, beginning at the level of L2 with the confluence of the superior mesenteric and splenic veins.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Enlargement of the mesenteric glands from cellular hyperplasia and hypertrophy of the connective tissue is constantly associated with the morbid changes of the intestines just described.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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