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Volvulus of the Transverse Colon: A Report of Two Cases and Review of Literature

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Transverse colon volvulus is a rare cause of potentially life-threatening large bowel obstruction accounting for less than 5% of colonic volvulus cases. Its diagnosis is often delayed due to nonspecific clinical features and its rarity. We report two uncommon cases of transverse colon volvulus. The first case involves a 20-year-old female who presented with acute abdominal pain and distension. The second case is a 67-year-old female with a one-week history of progressive constipation and abdominal discomfort. Computerized tomography aids in the diagnosis and definitive management requires surgical resection. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are critical due to the risk of ischemia and perforation.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.86301

Authors: Mohamed Ahmed, Ahmed Allawi, Sarmad Mohammed Salih, Garnet Vanterpool, Danya Auda

Institutions: University of California, Riverside, AdventHealth Tampa, AdventHealth Orlando, Östersunds Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust

Language: English

Topic: Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411400043