25th May 2025

A 76-year-old male was initially admitted to the hospital with fever, tachycardia and hypotension with a blood pressure of 60/40mmHg. He was resuscitated and managed as a septic patient.

A 76-year-old male was initially admitted to the hospital with fever, tachycardia and hypotension with a blood pressure of 60/40mmHg. He was resuscitated and managed as a septic patient. This blood pressure persisted for 4 hours as he was resuscitated, but his blood pressure is currently sitting at 110/70mmHg. A CTCAP showed evidence of ischaemia around his large bowel. No obvious clots were seen within his intestinal circulation. 

Which of the following sections of the large bowel was likely affected?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.