Reversible 'unstable' abdominal angina caused by ruptured plaque of the superior mesenteric artery: clinical and radiological correlations

Resembling unstable angina pectoris, ruptured atheromatous plaque in mesenteric vessels can develop, clinically manifested by new-onset abdominal angina.This condition may be reversible under treatment with antiplatelet medications and statins.Searching for abdominal bruit is invaluable in the assessment of unexplained abdominal pain.