Volvulus of the Small Bowel and Colon

Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery 2017; 30: 040-045 DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1593428Volvulus of the intestines may involve either the small bowel or colon. In the pediatric population, small bowel volvulus is more common, while in the adult population, colonic volvulus is more often seen. The two most common types of colonic volvulus include sigmoid and cecal volvulus. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is imperative, otherwise bowel ischemia may ensue. Treatment often involves emergent surgical exploration and bowel resection. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery - December 21, 2016 Category: Surgery Authors: Kapadia, Muneera R. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research