Images of Cecal Volvulus From a Strangulating Fallopian Tube: A Case Report

An unusual case of cecal volvulus arising from a strangulating fallopian tube is presented. The etiology, diagnosis, and management guidelines of this infrequent cause of large bowel obstruction are reviewed. Computed tomography images are included, which demonstrate key features that are pathognomo...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Tee, May C., Chandler, Tracy, Hlynsky, Julia, Aleem, Abdul
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Elmer Press 2011
Materias:
Case Report
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3279488/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22383914
http://dx.doi.org/10.4021/jocmr661w
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Sumario:An unusual case of cecal volvulus arising from a strangulating fallopian tube is presented. The etiology, diagnosis, and management guidelines of this infrequent cause of large bowel obstruction are reviewed. Computed tomography images are included, which demonstrate key features that are pathognomonic for this condition. To our knowledge, this is the first report of gynecologic adnexa giving rise to cecal volvulus. KEYWORDS: Cecal volvulus; Gynecologic and general surgery; Intestinal obstruction

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