Non-occlusive mesenteric ischemia: the wolf in sheep's clothing.

Intensive Care Med

Interdisciplinary Medical Intensive Care, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Straße 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany.

Published: June 2024

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