The effect of treatment on the risk for pancreatitis and cardiovascular morbidity/mortality in patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia has not been determined. Oral dosage (Epanova) Adults. 2 or 4 g (2 or 4 capsules) PO once daily. Individualize dosage according to response and tolerability.
Splenic artery aneurysm causes. A splenic artery aneurysm can be the result of atherosclerosis, mycotic infection, blunt trauma, Behcetâs disease, polyarteritis nodosa, chronic pancreatitis, portal hypertension, (repeated) pregnancy and liver transplant recipients.
Splenic artery aneurysms are often diagnosed with CTA or MRA. In patients with un-ruptured aneurysms, these tests can be focused, but are usually done for a different reason. A finding of a âsignet ringâ shaped calcification in the left upper quadrant on plain abdominal radiograph is another diagnostic clue.