A Rare Case Report Of Sigmoid Volvulus – An Important Differential To Consider In Acute Abdomen
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background: Sigmoid volvulus an uncommon source of bowel obstruction in middle-aged individuals.. This perilous condition pervades globally, with a pronounced predilection for elderly population burdened by concurrent health ailments. While both genders can fall victim, males (1) are more frequently affected. Case Report: A middle aged gentleman presented to emergency center reporting pain abdomen, vomiting , obstipation. On palpation generalized tenderness , guarding present, X – ray abdomen showed classic coffee bean (volvulus) immediately underwent emergency laparotomy - found sigmoid colon was distended and gangrenous. Sigmoidectomy with Hartmann’s performed. Conclusion: This case underscores the criticality of swift action in addressing this life-threatening ailment. Its evaluation should be of utmost importance among the potential diagnoses for individuals reporting with abdominal distention and pain, vomiting,obstipation. An abdominal X-ray (3) both erect and supine positions provides excellent diagnostic results
Authors: Dr Akshaya Jnana Chandraraj, Dr Akhilesh Dalal, Dr Ashok Kumar Gupta, Dr Danish Khan
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4404427710