Sigmoid volvulus occurs when a section of the intestine twist around the blood supply. Most commonly seen in bedridden patients and those with chronic constipation. Symptoms include constipation, bloating, lower abdominal pain, and difficulty passing gas and stool. The initial treatment is a conservative nonoperative procedure followed by surgery.
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My father is diagnosed with sigmoid volvulus. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My father recently had sigmoid volvulus. His colon was untwisted during a sigmoidoscopy. However, we understand that without surgery there is a high recurrence rate which we are concerned about. We have been told the two treatment options are A) Securing the bowel to the mesentery. B) Rem... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The treatment of sigmoid volvulus depends on the general health of the patient and the nature of presentation. In an elderly patient, with multiple comorbid illnesses or who are unfit for anesthesia, the preferred modality is endoscopic (colonoscopic). The recurrence... Read Full »