Recurrent Sigmoid Volvulus in Children—Our Experience and Systematic Review of the Current Literature

Sigmoid volvulus (SV) occurs rarely in children. After encountering two cases of recurrent SV, we reviewed the literature to define the recurrence risk, identify outcome predictors and to give treatment recommendations. We found 256 cases reported in children (mean age 10.2 years, gender ratio (m:f)...

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Main Authors: Jonathan Hencke, Steffan Loff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-08-01
Series:Children
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/9/1441