Sigmoid Volvulus: A Narrative Review and Current Management
Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · pp. 121–127 · Published 11 Aug 2023
10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i10885Abstract
Sigmoid volvulus is a common cause of acute intestinal obstruction in older patients and the diagnosis is made by clinical examination and imaging. Sigmoid volvulus can be divided into complicated or uncomplicated clinical presentation. Once the diagnosis of sigmoid volvulus is made, the treatment is initially endoscopic decompression followed by flatus tube insertion. This is followed by surgical intervention which is sigmoid colectomy followed by anastomosis. For complicated sigmoid volvulus, the Hartmann’s procedure is the most common operation. We have conducted this review article to review the current management of sigmoid volvulus.
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