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Thursday 11 July 2013

Sigmoid Volvulus


Sigmoid Vovulus

Sigmoid Volvulus

Volvulus is the twisting up of a loop of intestine on its mesenteric axis.
It can lead to partial or complete intestinal obstruction.
The volvulus is most common in the Sigmoid colon due to the long mesentery and comparatively loaded colon.

Radiological Appearance of Volvulus is called Omega Sign/ Inverted U Appearance or Pneumatic Tyre Appearance

Treatment
Resuscitation
Non operative decompression using a Rectal Tube
Laparotomy, Detorsion , Resection and primary anastamosis.

What is Volvulus Belt Countries?
 Volvulus Belt Countries are  South America, Africa , The Middle East, India and Russia, where the incidence of colonic volvulus is high.

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