Which of the following characteristics is associated with an acute occlusion of mesenteric blood flow to the small intestine?
A) Often precipitated by an embolism.
B) Commonly associated with disease such as pancreatitis and gallstones.
C) Caused by chronic malnutrition and mucosal atrophy.
D) Often a complication of hypovolemic shock.

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Acute mesenteric ischemia is often precipitated by an embolism, which blocks blood flow to the small intestine.

Which of the Following Characteristics Is Associated with an Acute