Volvulus of Transverse Colon as A Rare Cause of Obstruction – A Case Report and Literature Review
Journal Title: Polish Journal of Surgery - Year 2013, Vol 85, Issue 10
Abstract
Volvulus of transverse colon is a rare cause of large bowel obstruction. Diagnosis can be challenging and the effective management remains controversial. We report a case of volvulus of the transverse colon in a 76-year-old woman. The literature regarding diagnosis and treatment of such pathology was also reviewed.
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Dominik A. Walczak, Monika Czerwińska, Wojciech Fałek, Piotr W. Trzeciak
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- DOI 10.2478/pjs-2013-0090
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