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Intestinal Nonrotation and Cecal Volvulus: A Unique Combination of Rare Pathologies.
Fernandez Trokhimtchouk, Tatiana; Flores, Luis F; Morillo Cox, Álvaro; Gordillo, Alberto; Crespo Martinez, Joseline K.
Afiliação
  • Fernandez Trokhimtchouk T; General Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador/Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.
  • Flores LF; General Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador/Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.
  • Morillo Cox Á; General Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador/Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.
  • Gordillo A; General Surgery, Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.
  • Crespo Martinez JK; General Surgery, Universidad Internacional del Ecuador/Axxis Hospital, Quito, ECU.
Cureus ; 15(5): e39761, 2023 May.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37398727
Intestinal nonrotation and cecal volvulus are rare clinical entities, and their coexistence is exceptionally uncommon. We present a case of a 41-year-old male patient with symptomatic intestinal nonrotation and associated cecal volvulus. Diagnostic imaging played a crucial role in recognizing the conditions and guiding surgical intervention. The patient underwent laparotomy and right hemicolectomy with a favorable postoperative course. This case highlights the challenges in diagnosing and managing these rare conditions. Further studies are needed to optimize the management strategies for this unique combination of pathologies.
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Texto completo: 1 Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Ano de publicação: 2023 Tipo de documento: Article