Sigmoid and cecum colon volvulus: a case report.
J Med Case Rep
; 18(1): 297, 2024 Jun 29.
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| ID: mdl-38943209
ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
Colon volvulus is the twisting of a segment of colon on its mesenteric axis, which can lead to the obstruction of the lumen and the blood supply. Colon volvulus is common in "volvulus belt" countries and can involve the sigmoid (60-70%) and cecum (25-40%). CASE PRESENTATION We report a case of a 47-year-old male, Alawites, who presented with bowel obstruction and dilated abdomen without any specific abdominal pain. Abdominal laparotomy showed both sigmoid and cecum volvulus with no signs of perforation or ischemia. DISCUSSION ANDCONCLUSION:
One of the possible risk factors of sigmoid colon volvulus is the length of the rectum and sigmoid, while mobile cecum is considered as a possible reason for cecum volvulus. The management remains controversial and is specific for every case, depending mainly on the vitality of the colonic walls and the general condition of the patient.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Colon, Sigmoid
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Intestinal Volvulus
Limits:
Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Language:
En
Journal:
J Med Case Rep
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Syria
Country of publication:
United kingdom