Objective Since the first description of the median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS), the
existence for the syndrome and the efficacy of treatment for it have been questioned …

Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) refers to a clinical syndrome caused by
compression of the median arcuate ligament due to the fibers of this ligament that connect …

Background Median arcuate ligament syndrome is a rare condition with abdominal
symptoms. Accepted treatment options are open release of median arcuate ligament …

Objective Optimal diagnosis and management of median arcuate ligament (MAL) syndrome
(MALS) remains unclear in contemporary practice. The advent and evolution of laparoscopic …

Symptomatic celiac artery compression syndrome (CACS) or median arcuate ligament
syndrome (MALS) is a controversial diagnosis that should be considered in patients with …

Objective Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is an often overlooked, surgically
correctable condition that mimics functional chronic abdominal pain. Patient-reported …

Dealing with vascular compression syndromes is one of the most challenging tasks in
Vascular Medicine practice. This heterogeneous group of disorders is characterised by …

Background: The celiac artery compression syndrome (CACS) is a rarely diagnosed
disorder, which is characterized by chronic abdominal pain and vegetative symptoms. The …

Chronic abdominal pain (CAP) occurs in children and adolescents with a reported
prevalence of 4% to 41% with significant direct and indirect costs to the child, family, and …

Background: Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is a condition characterised by
chronic abdominal symptoms associated with median arcuate ligament (MAL) compression …