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A Case of Intestinal Malrotation Complicated by Midgut Volvulus: Diagnosis with Abdominal CT Scan
Article in Ko | WPRIM | ID: wpr-141416
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ABSTRACT
Intestinal malrotation is a constellation of a wide spectrum of embryologic failures of rotation and fixation of the gut, resulting in a narrow-based attachment of the mesentery and the presence of abnormal peritoneal (Ladd's) band. These abnormalities predispose to midgut volvulus, intestinal obstruction and internal herniation. We experienced a case of intestinal malrotation complicated by midgut volvulus in a 4-year-old girl who presente with abdominal pain, abdominal distension and melena. The diagnosis was made by abdominal CT scan, which showed "whirl sign." The diagnosis was confirmed by surgery. A brief review of literature ensues.
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Full text: 1 Index: WPRIM Main subject: Potassium / Proteinuria / Atrophy / Thyroid Diseases / Acidosis / Acidosis, Renal Tubular / Biopsy / Chest Pain / Fibrosis / Prednisolone Type of study: Diagnostic_studies Limits: Adolescent / Child, preschool / Female / Humans Language: Ko Journal: Journal of the Korean Pediatric Society Year: 1997 Type: Article
Full text: 1 Index: WPRIM Main subject: Potassium / Proteinuria / Atrophy / Thyroid Diseases / Acidosis / Acidosis, Renal Tubular / Biopsy / Chest Pain / Fibrosis / Prednisolone Type of study: Diagnostic_studies Limits: Adolescent / Child, preschool / Female / Humans Language: Ko Journal: Journal of the Korean Pediatric Society Year: 1997 Type: Article