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Ileoileal knotting presenting as an acute abdomen: An unusual cause of strangulated small bowel obstruction in an adolescent

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Ileoileal knotting is a rare cause of acute abdomen in children, with few documented cases in the literature. We report a case of a 13-year-old boy who presented with an acute abdomen due to ileoileal knotting and was successfully treated with laparotomy, resection and anastomosis. This case highlights the importance of prompt surgical intervention in managing this rare but potentially life-threatening condition.

Source: Karnataka Pediatric Journal

DOI: 10.25259/kpj_26_2026

Authors: Prashant K. Zulpi, Rashmi Sajjanshetty, Suman Uppin

Institution: Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University

Language: English

Topic: Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7203644079