Sigmoid volvulus in a teenager, successfully managed with endoscopic detorsion: An unusual case report and review of the literature
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.11.152
Abstract: Highlights • Sigmoid volvulus is an uncommon cause of bowel obstruction in children and teenagers.• Early diagnosis and timely definitive treatment can prevent complications.• Endoscopic detorsion is the initial treatment of choice in sigmoid volvulus… read more here.
Keywords: sigmoid volvulus; volvulus teenager; endoscopic detorsion; case ... See more keywords
Clinical outcomes of sigmoid colon volvulus: identification of the factors associated with successful endoscopic detorsion
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DOI: 10.5217/ir.2017.15.2.215
Abstract: Background/Aims Although multiple treatment options exist for the management of sigmoid colon volvulus, no study has examined the factors associated with successful endoscopic detorsion. This study aimed to examine the clinical course of patients with… read more here.
Keywords: sigmoid colon; endoscopic detorsion; detorsion; colon volvulus ... See more keywords