A case report on cecal volvulus: Approach to management
Philippine Journal of Surgical Specialties
; : 45-48, 2023.
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@#Cecal volvulus is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction caused by axial twisting of the cecum that occurs in 1–1.5 % of all intestinal obstruction, with an incidence of 2.8–7.1 cases per million annually. Cecal volvulus is potentially life-threatening without prompt surgical intervention. A 57-year-old woman presented with severe abdominal pain and distention. Laboratory examinations revealed normal white blood cell count with neutrophilic predominance. Diagnosis of acute cecal volvulus was made from a “whirl sign” on abdominal computed tomography. An exploratory laparotomy confirmed the diagnosis of cecal volvulus and a segmental ileocolic resection with primary anastomosis was carried out. The patient was discharged improved and returned to her normal activities of daily living.
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Philippine Journal of Surgical Specialties
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