Nutcracker syndrome is rarely seen in the young. Most of the symptoms regress during follow-up. Rarely surgical intervention is necessary. This case presentation is unique for being the first case of nutcracker syndrome and coexistent Cockett syndrome that is treated with surgical intervention.

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