Diagnostic value of CT in adults with midgut malrotation / 中国基层医药
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy
;
(12): 3334-3335, 2011.
Article
in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-423023
ABSTRACT
ObjectiveTo evaluate the diagnostic value of CT in adults with midgut malrotation.MethodsThe CT and clinical findings of 13 cases confirmed by surgery were analyzed retrospectively.ResultsCT found “whirl sign” in 9 cases,“transposition sign” in 5 cases,and the superior mesenteric vein located in right lower abdomen in 4 cases.At the same time,duodenum and upper jejunum located in right upper abdomen.Conclusion“Whirl sign” and “transposition sign” were the typical CT findings of midgut malrotation in adults.Ectopic superior mesenteric vein highly indicated slight midgut malrotation in adults.
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Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Language:
Chinese
Journal:
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy
Year:
2011
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