ICD I77.4ORPHA:293208MALS

Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome

Median arcuate ligament syndrome occurs when a band of tissue in the diaphragm presses on the coeliac artery and the nerves around it, restricting blood flow to the upper abdomen. It can cause pain after eating, nausea and weight loss, and is often diagnosed after other causes are ruled out. Treatment usually involves surgery to release the ligament, and research continues into which patients benefit most.

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18 September 2026
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What is Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome?

Median arcuate ligament syndrome occurs when a band of tissue in the diaphragm presses on the coeliac artery and the nerves around it, restricting blood flow to the upper abdomen. It can cause pain after eating, nausea and weight loss, and is often diagnosed after other causes are ruled out. Treatment usually involves surgery to release the ligament, and research continues into which patients benefit most.

How many clinical trials are available for Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome?

RareWays currently indexes 2 clinical trials for Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome, of which 2 are actively recruiting. Trial availability changes as new studies are registered — check the trials tab for current status.

Where does the research data for Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is updated regularly by Rocky, RareWays' automated research engine. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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