[Anomaly of inferior mesenteric vein anatomy in a patient with sigmoid colon cancer].

OBJECTIVE

To demonstrate variable anatomy of inferior mesenteric vein and importance of preoperative vascular examination and imaging.

MATERIAL AND

METHODS

We present a middle-aged patient with extremely rare variant of inferior mesenteric vein anatomy.

RESULTS

Surgical procedure was followed by uneventful postoperative period. The patient was followed-up. There were no signs of recurrence.

CONCLUSION

Analysis of imaging is important for preoperative management and minimizing the risk of intraoperative complications associated with variable anatomy.