Computed tomography-guided neurolytic celiac plexus block with alcohol complicated by superior mesenteric venous thrombosis

Neurolytic celiac plexus block (CPB) under radiological guidance is often performed to manage pain associated with pancreatic cancer. Serious complications related to the block are rare. Computed Tomography (CT)-guided neurolytic CPB is advocated to improve the efficacy of the block and to reduce the incidence of associated complications. We describe a case of superior mesenteric vein thrombosis associated with neurolytic CPB performed under CT guidance.