Some people experience abdominal pain and other symptoms from a condition called median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS). This condition involves compression of the celiac artery by the median arcuate ligament and there are a few different possible causes and treatments. Dr. Danny Shouhed is a highly experienced gastrointestinal surgeon who offers treatments for MALS at his practice in Los Angeles, CA.

In this informational video, you will learn more about median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS), including the causes, pathology, symptoms and treatment options. Dr. Danny Shouhed narrates the video while you see illustrations of the basic outline of the anatomy of patients with MALS. You will learn that MALS is also known as Dunbar syndrome and celiac artery compression, and it can cause gastrointestinal symptoms, pain and exercise intolerance. The condition can be congenital, developmental or an alteration to the stomach. You will more details about the pathology of MALS and how it is diagnosed. At the end of the video, Dr. Shouhed explains the surgical options for MALS or treatment for those who cannot undergo surgery to decompress the celiac artery. He also provides a quick recap of the topics discussed in the video.

If you have been diagnosed with median ligament syndrome (MALS) or have symptoms of this disease, you should see a gastrointestinal specialist. Contact the office of Dr. Danny Shouhed in Los Angeles, CA to schedule a MALS consultation to discuss diagnosis and treatment options.

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