Colonic Volvulus in Children: Surgical Management of a Challenging Condition

Colonic Volvulus in Children: Surgical Management of a Challenging Condition

Colonic volvulus (CV) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition with unclear etiopathogenesis. To date, less than 80 pediatric cases have been described. Hirschsprung’s disease (HD) is associated with CV in 17% of cases, representing a significant risk factor. Non-HD CV is an even more co...

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Main Authors: Francesca Destro, Luciano Maestri, Milena Meroni, Alessandro Campari, Federica Pederiva, Sara Costanzo, Giulia Del Re, Margherita Roveri, Gianvincenzo Zuccotti, Valeria Calcaterra, Gloria Pelizzo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Children
Subjects:
colonic volvulus
children
pediatric surgery
management
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/8/11/982

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