Does anyone know anything about the Superior Mesenteric artery?

Hi @jamiemj, I pulled your question into its own discussion. As you know the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) is a major artery that branches off the abdominal aorta to supply oxygenated blood to the midgut, including the small intestine, the cecum, and the proximal part of the large intestine. For this reason, I've added your discussion to the Aortic Aneurysms support group as well as the Digestive Health support group.

You might also be interested in this related discussion:
- Anyone else have Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)?https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/we-need-awarenesspreventionresearching-on-very-rare-condition-smas-superior-mesenteric-artery-syndro/

@jamiemj, what has your doctor recommended to manage the blockage and the aneurysm?

ty colleen young