Title of article
Caecal volvulus
Author/Authors
Jihad Habre، نويسنده , , Nicolas Sautot-Vial، نويسنده , , Cécile Marcotte-Bloch، نويسنده , , Daniel Benchimol MD، نويسنده ,
Issue Information
روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 2008
Pages
2
From page
48
To page
49
Abstract
Background
Caecal volvulus accounts for 30% of all cases of volvulus of the colon.
Methods
We recorded clinical data and accurate images of volvulus of the cecum.
Results
A detorsion with resection and primary anastomosis was performed. We reviewed the management and surgical strategies for cecal volvulus.
Conclusions
Caecal volvulus is an uncommon entity with potentially severe outcomes and requires surgical management.
Keywords
Intestinal occlusion , Caecocolic mobility , Caecal volvulus
Journal title
The American Journal of Surgery
Serial Year
2008
Journal title
The American Journal of Surgery
Record number
619262
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