Moreno Megan A, Smith Mark Scott
Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington 98105, USA.
J Adolesc Health. 2006 Dec;39(6):936-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2006.05.017. Epub 2006 Jul 31.
This is a clinical presentation of a 14-year-old female who had weight loss and vomiting following spinal fusion surgery. Her case was complicated by social and behavioral issues. After an initial diagnosis of atypical eating disorder, an upper gastrointestinal study revealed superior mesenteric artery syndrome. Her course continued to be complicated until consistent follow-up with a nutritionist was established.