Preduodenal portal vein: a 3-case series demonstrating varied presentations in infants

J Korean Surg Soc. 2013 Oct;85(4):195-7. doi: 10.4174/jkss.2013.85.4.195. Epub 2013 Sep 30.

Abstract

Preduodenal portal vein, a rare anomaly, could be found in any age groups. In pediatrics it may present with a duodenal obstruction by itself or other coexisting anomalies; however it usually present with an asymptomatic or incidental findings during other surgery in adults. This anomaly has a clinical importance due to the possibility of accidental damage to portal vein. In addition to describing a series of 3 cases with different manifestation in infants, discuss about this anomaly with a review of relevant literature.

Keywords: Infant; Preduodenal portal vein.

Publication types

  • Case Reports