<prompt> Which of the following statement about mesenteric vein thrombosis is TRUE?Peritoneal signs are always presentInvariably involves long length of bowelI.V. heparin is the treatment of choiceSurgery can lead to small bowel syndrome  <response>: Option 1 Peritoneal signs are present in less than half the cases. Option 2 Any length of bowel may be involved depending on the level and extent of thrombosis. Option 3 Resection of the nonble bowel along with its mesentery is the treatment of choice. heparin is given in all cases and along with bowel rest and fluid resuscitation is sufficient in patient without bowel infarction. Option 4 When extensive resection is done, sho bowel syndrome can occur Ref: Schwaz 9e, Page 1006; Maingots 10e, Page 672; CSDT 13e, Page 641. 