Article
Surgery
Said Negm, Ahmed Farag, Ahmed Shafiq, Adel Moursi, Amr A. Abdelghani
Summary: For elderly patients with sigmoid volvulus, the risk of surgery is high due to their old age and multiple comorbidities. Therefore, early intervention is necessary to avoid serious complications. In this study, early endoscopic untwist of sigmoid colon followed by endoscopic fixation of sigmoid colon under sedation was found to be effective and safe in managing sigmoid volvulus and preventing surgical complications.
LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Abdul Wahab, Moula Ghulam, Nouman Anthony, Imran Khan, Najeeb Ullah
Summary: Chilaiditi's syndrome is a condition characterized by the abnormal positioning of the colon, which can be caused by various factors. It is usually asymptomatic and found incidentally on radiological studies. This case report presents a patient with Chilaiditi's syndrome associated with sigmoid volvulus and abdominal tuberculosis, which was managed surgically.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Emergency Medicine
Brian W. C. A. Tian, Gabriele Vigutto, Edward Tan, Harry van Goor, Cino Bendinelli, Fikri Abu-Zidan, Rao Ivatury, Boris Sakakushev, Isidoro Di Carlo, Gabriele Sganga, Ronald V. Maier, Raul Coimbra, Ari Leppaniemi, Andrey Litvin, Dimitrios Damaskos, Richard Ten Broek, Walter Biffl, Salomone Di Saverio, Belinda De Simone, Marco Ceresoli, Edoardo Picetti, Joseph Galante, Giovanni D. Tebala, Solomon Gurmu Beka, Luigi Bonavina, Yunfeng Cui, Jim Khan, Enrico Cicuttin, Francesco Amico, Inaba Kenji, Andreas Hecker, Luca Ansaloni, Massimo Sartelli, Ernest E. Moore, Yoram Kluger, Mario Testini, Dieter Weber, Vanni Agnoletti, Nicola De' Angelis, Federico Coccolini, Ibrahima Sall, Fausto Catena
Summary: Sigmoid volvulus is a common surgical emergency, especially in elderly patients, who can present with a wide range of clinical states. Urgent treatment, such as endoscopic decompression or colectomy, is generally required.
WORLD JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Salome Ouazana, Emmanuel Coron, Marc Le Rhun, Marianne Le Rhun, Xavier Dray, Lucille Queneherve
Summary: This study aimed to describe the efficacy and safety of percutaneous endoscopic sigmoidopexy (PES) in the treatment of recurrent sigmoid volvulus. The results showed that PES was feasible and effective, and could be considered as an alternative to elective sigmoidectomy in inoperable patients.
Article
Emergency Medicine
Sarah Mongold, Brannon Inman, Brit Long, Amber Cibrario, Rachel E. Bridwell
Summary: Sigmoid volvulus commonly occurs in elderly, bed-bound, chronically constipated individuals, but it can also happen in individuals who have experienced blunt abdominal trauma. We present a unique case of sigmoid volvulus in a patient who had no previous abdominal complaints or surgical history, but sustained blunt traumatic injuries from being struck by a motor vehicle. Prompt recognition by emergency clinicians and rapid surgical correction helped mitigate further morbidity and mortality.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
(2022)
Editorial Material
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Kristen M. Westfall, Robert K. Cleary
Summary: Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction is a functional disorder of the large intestine characterized by colonic distension without mechanical obstruction. The underlying pathophysiology remains unclear despite technological advances, and the management has remained relatively unchanged.
DISEASES OF THE COLON & RECTUM
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Siraj Alsulimani, Noomen Haoues, Arwa M. Aljuhani, Noor Fayoumi, Abdullah Al-Sawat
Summary: Acquired or adult-onset hypoganglionosis is a rare form of intestinal innervation disorder characterized by reduced myenteric ganglia and low acetylcholinesterase activity. We report a rare case of colonic hypoganglionosis in a 25-year-old female who presented with sigmoid volvulus. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis, highlighting the importance of full-thickness biopsies in confirming the diagnosis and preventing complications.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Pediatrics
Jonathan Hencke, Steffan Loff, Francesca Destro, Gloria Pelizzo
Summary: Sigmoid volvulus is a rare condition in children, with common symptoms including abdominal pain, distension, and vomiting. It is associated with Hirschsprung disease, neurodevelopmental disorders, and chronic constipation. Non-operative treatment has a higher risk of recurrence, and counseling about recurrence risk and consideration of definitive surgery is recommended post non-operative treatment.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ercan Korkut, Rifat Peksoz, Esra Disci, Sabri Selcuk Atamanalp
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the factors affecting recurrence in sigmoid volvulus (SV).
It was found that age, gender, dietary habit, living at high altitude, and chronic constipation may influence the recurrence rate.
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Surgery
Sabri Selcuk Atamanalp
Summary: Endoscopic decompression is the first-line therapy for selected patients with sigmoid volvulus, with a high success rate of 83.2%, low mortality rate, and short hospitalization period.
JOURNAL OF LAPAROENDOSCOPIC & ADVANCED SURGICAL TECHNIQUES
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Anthony Loria, Tricia Jacobson, Alexa D. Melucci, Nicholas Bartell, Michael J. Nabozny, Larissa K. Temple, Fergal J. Fleming
Summary: This study aimed to report contemporary outcomes and evaluate literature-based methods for identifying sigmoid volvulus using diagnostic and procedural codes. The results showed that literature-based strategies poorly identified sigmoid volvulus, and delayed surgery was associated with worse outcomes.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Trigui Emna, Mejri Atef, Saad Sarra
Summary: This study aimed to analyze the epidemiological features of sigmoid volvulus in Tunisia and assess its surgical management. The results showed that although Tunisia belongs to the volvulus belt, the epidemiological features of sigmoid volvulus in Tunisia tend to be similar to those in developed countries. Primary surgery is a viable treatment option.
ASIAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
David Moro-Valdezate, Jose Martin-Arevalo, Vicente Pla-Marti, Stephanie Garcia-Botello, Ana Izquierdo-Moreno, Leticia Perez-Santiago, Jorge Manuel Pedros-Gimenez, Rosana Villagrasa, Andres Pena, Alejandro Espi-Macias
Summary: The purpose of this study was to analyze the treatment outcomes for sigmoid volvulus (SV) and identify risk factors of complications and mortality. The study found that conservative treatment had higher mortality rates compared to urgent or elective surgery, and an ASA score > III was an independent risk factor for complications and mortality. Patients who underwent elective surgery had higher 2-year overall survival (OS) rates.
LANGENBECKS ARCHIVES OF SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Agegnehu Berie Bayeh, Belta Asnakew Abegaz
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the role of sigmoid colon anatomic dimensions in sigmoid volvulus development. Results showed significant differences in sigmoid colon length, meso-sigmoid height, and width among sigmoid volvulus patients. A long and wide sigmoid colon may predispose individuals to sigmoid volvulus.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Esra Disci, Rifat Peksoz, Sabri Selcuk Atamanalp
Summary: The objective of this study was to evaluate the association between diabetes mellitus (DM) and sigmoid volvulus (SV). The study found that the occurrence of DM was higher in SV patients compared to the general population. However, the co-occurrence of SV and DM was lower in the study group compared to worldwide data. Additionally, the study found that the mortality rate was higher in DM cases compared to non-diabetics with SV.
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
