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Late presentation of midgut malrotation with obstruction in a 5-year-old female: A case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Midgut malrotations are rarely diagnosed beyond infancy. Delays in recognition and diagnosis can result in death. Here, we report the case of a 5-year-old girl who presented with a 1-year history of intermittent abdominal pain and vomiting. An abdominal computed tomography scan with contrast confirmed the diagnosis of midgut malrotation with obstruction; therefore, the Ladd procedure was performed, and the child was discharged uneventfully. Clinicians must maintain a high level of suspicion because this diagnosis is unusual in this age group.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.09.064

Authors: Tahani AlHarshan, Ibrahim AlWakid, Ibtihal Almeshawi, Yara AlGoraini

Institution: King Fahd Medical City

Language: English

Topic: Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550